Kyrgyzstan

More than 90% of Kyrgyzstan lies above 1,500 metres, making it one of Central Asia's great mountain destinations.

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Why go

Capital: Bishkek

Currency: Kyrgyzstani Som (KGS)

Languages: Kyrgyz & Russian

Best time: May–Sep

Weather: Continental; warm summers and cold winters

Top attractions: Bishkek • Issyk-Kul • Ala Archa • Karakol • Song-Kul • Burana Tower

Nature: Tian Shan Mountains • alpine lakes • valleys • glaciers • high-altitude pastures

Quick fact: More than 90% of Kyrgyzstan lies above 1,500 metres, making it one of Central Asia's great mountain destinations.