There are no obligatory immunisations for those traveling to Kyrgyzstan however you must be up-to-date on Typhoid Tetanus Polio and Hepatitis A. We recommend that you seek out advice from your local GP or travel centre as to the correct vaccinations and preventative treatment.

Food and beverages

Kyrgyzstan’s food is usually based on meat and rice. However, there are many other options for vegetables and salads. If you travel around, you’ll be able to taste local cuisines of the region that often cross-pollinate with the cultures that have lived and moved around over the centuries.

In the case of alcohol, options are usually limited to vodka and beer. Anyone looking for something different – Scotch , or Gin for instance – must purchase it duty-free and then bring it to the bar. But, take note that mixers, which include tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!

Cultural Sensitivity

On our excursions, you’ll often meet local people who have distinctive traditions and customs. It is your responsibility to be respectful and considerate to local people. You can always count on your tour-leaders or guides to help you.

The first thing you should know about traveling in Central Asia is that most cities and towns are characterized by a more relaxed view of Islam as compared to their counterparts to the south of Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In some areas, like Bishkek you won’t believe the length of women’s skirts! It’s a Muslim region, so it’s important to be cautious in certain areas. Shorts and T-shirts are fine for both genders. However, if going to mosques, women should be sure to cover their shoulders, and wear trousers or skirts that fall below the knee, and males should not wear shorts.

The majority of people are Islamic with just a little over 15% of them following

Russian Orthodoxia.

Language and Religion

Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was made an official bilingual country in the 1990’s, adding Kyrgyz to the official language. You will also find Uzbeks of ethnic origin and Tajiks in certain areas of Kyrgyzstan because of the previous Soviet policy.

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