Travellers visiting Kyrgyzstan are not required to be immunized however they must have the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. We suggest you seek guidance from your local GP or travel center for the right vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Food and beverages
The cuisine in Kyrgyzstan is typically based on rice and meats, although the variety of salads and other vegetables on offer are very varied. It is possible to sample local cuisines while you travel, and often overlap with other ethnicities.
In the case of alcohol, the choice is mostly limited to vodka or beer, so those looking for something different like Scotch or Gin for example – should purchase it duty-free and bring it out. However, be advised that mixers, like tonic water are very difficult to locate in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
It is common to interact with locals, each with their particular customs and practices. We ask you to show respect and respect to the locals. Your tour-guides and tour-leaders will always be in a position to give you advice accordingly.
The first thing you should know about travelling through Central Asia is that most areas, particularly the cities and towns, are characterized by a more laid-back approach to Islam than their neighbours to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. You won’t believe how long the skirts of women are in areas like Bishkek! It’s a Muslim region, so it’s essential to be careful in certain areas. Both sexes can wear T-shirts and shorts. When visiting mosques, women should cover their shoulders by wearing trousers or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.
80percent of the people is Islamic with just a little over 15% of the population following
Russian Orthodoxy
Language & Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of the two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. The early 90’s saw Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a dual-language country that added Kyrgyz as a second official language. Due to Soviet policies, you can see ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in some areas of Kyrgyzstan.
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