Travellers who travel to Kyrgyzstan need not be immunized but they should carry the latest Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. We recommend you seek advice from your local GP or travel center as to the correct vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Food and beverages
The cuisine in Kyrgyzstan tends to be based around meat and rice but the salads and vegetables offered are varied. You will be able to taste local cuisines as you travel, which often overlap with the cuisines of other cultures.
The available alcohol options are only vodka or beer. Anyone who wants to sample other drinks – like Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it at no cost and bring it along. However, it is important to know that mixers, such as tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
There are many opportunities to interact with the locals, all with their distinctive customs and traditions. We ask you to pay respect and consideration to the locals. You can always rely on your guides or tour-leaders to assist you.
The first thing you should know about travelling in Central Asia is that most regions, especially the cities and towns, are characterized by a more relaxed view of Islam than their neighbors to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. It’s amazing how long the skirts of women are in places such as Bishkek! However, it should also be remembered that it is technically classified as a Muslim area and a little bit of caution should be used in certain areas. Both genders are allowed to wear shorts and T-shirts. However, when visiting mosques, women should cover their shoulders by wearing trousers or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.
With just over 15% following Islam, the majority of the population is Islamic.
Russian Orthodox Church.
Language & Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was declared an official bilingual nation in the 1990’sand was able to add Kyrgyz as its official language. Due to Soviet policies, it is possible to find ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in some parts of Kyrgyzstan.
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