Travellers visiting Kyrgyzstan should not get immunized however they must have the latest Tetanus and Typhoid vaccines. We suggest you seek advice from your local GP or travel center for the right vaccinations and preventative therapies.
Food and beverages
Kyrgyzstan’s food is usually based on rice and meat. But, there are many other options in terms of salads and vegetables. You can sample local cuisines while you travel and they often overlap with other cuisines.
With regard to alcohol, options are usually limited to vodka and beer. Anyone looking for something different, like Scotch or Gin for example – can buy it duty free and bring it out. Be aware mixers, including tonic water, are extremely difficult to find in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
While on our trips, you will frequently meet local people Each with distinctive traditions and customs. It is your responsibility to show respect and consideration to local people. You can always count on your tour-leaders or guides to help you.
Central Asia has a laid low-key style of Islam. It is the very first thing to know about traveling there, especially in towns and cities. In areas such as Bishkek you’ll be amazed by the length of some women’s skirts! However, it needs to be noted that this is technically considered to be a Muslim region and therefore a little bit of caution should be applied in certain areas. T-shirts and shorts are acceptable for both genders. However, if attending mosques, women should be sure to cover their shoulders, and wear pants or skirts with a length that falls just below the knee, while males should not wear shorts.
The majority of people is Islamic with just over 15% following
Russian Orthodoxy.
Language and Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. In the 90’s Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a multilingual country, with Kyrgyz as an additional official language. Due to Soviet policies, you will encounter ethnic Uzbeks and Tajiks in some parts of Kyrgyzstan.
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