Travellers who travel to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated, but they should have the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is advised to consult your local GP to get advice on the most effective immunisations, as well as preventative treatments.
Drinks and food
Kyrgyzstan’s food is primarily based on meat and rice. However, there are other choices for salads and vegetable choices. When you travel, you’ll have a chance to experience local specialities of the region, which often overlap with the cultures that have lived and moved through the centuries.
For alcohol, your options are generally limited to vodka or beer so anyone wanting something different – Scotch or Gin for example – can buy it duty free and then bring it to the bar. Be aware that mixers, such as tonic water, can be extremely difficult to find in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
When you travel with us, you’ll often meet local people all with their own distinct customs and traditions. You’re asked to show respect and respect to locals. Your guides and tour leaders will always be able to give you advice accordingly.
Central Asia has a laid low-key way of life Islam. It is the very first thing to know when you travel there especially in cities and towns. In places such as Bishkek you’ll be shocked at the length of women’s skirts! It’s a Muslim region, so it’s essential to be careful in certain places. T-shirts and shorts are suitable for both sexes but if going to mosques, women should be sure to cover their shoulders, and wear trousers or skirts that do not reach just below the knee, while men should not wear shorts.
With just over 15% following Islam, 80% of the population is Islamic.
Russian Orthodoxy
Religion and Language
Kyrgyzstan is among two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia to retain Russian as their official language. In the 90’s Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a bilingual nation, adding Kyrgyz as a second official language. Due to Soviet policies, you can find ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in some areas of Kyrgyzstan.
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