TRAVEL & TEACH ENGLISH IN KYRGYZSTAN

Kyrgyzstan - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautions in the Kyrgyz Republic. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory

Kyrgyzstan, a landlocked country nestled in Central Asia, boasts a dramatic landscape dominated by the soaring peaks of the Tian Shan and Pamir-Alai mountain ranges. These towering mountains, which cover roughly 94% of the country, create stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and alpine meadows. Kyrgyzstan's highest peak, Jengish Chokusu, rises to 7,439 meters. Interwoven within these mountains are fertile valleys, such as the Chuy Valley and Fergana Valley, which are crucial for agriculture and human settlement. The country also boasts numerous high-altitude lakes, including the stunning Issyk-Kul Lake, the second-largest mountain lake in the world. This rugged terrain and the abundance of water resources contribute to Kyrgyzstan's diverse ecosystems and unique cultural traditions.

U.S. Embassy Bishkek 171 Prospect MiraBishkek 720016Kyrgyz Republic

Telephone
+(996)(312) 597-000
Emergency
+(996)(312) 597-733
Fax
+(996)(312) 597-744
Email
BishkekACS@state.gov
Website
https://kg.usembassy.gov/