There are no mandatory immunisations that travelers must take to Kyrgyzstan though you should have up-to date vaccinations for Typhoid Tetanus Polio and Hepatitis A. We suggest you seek advice from your local GP or travel clinic regarding the appropriate immunisations and preventative treatments.
Food and beverages
Kyrgyzstan’s cuisine is mostly based on rice and meat. However, there are other choices for vegetables and salads. While traveling, you’ll have a chance to experience local dishes from the region that often cross-pollinate with the diverse cultures that have lived and changed over the years.
With regard to alcohol, the choice is usually limited to vodka and beer so anyone wanting something different – Scotch , or Gin for example – should buy it duty free and take it home. Be aware that mixers, which include tonic water are very difficult to locate in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
On our excursions, you’ll often interact with locals Each with distinctive traditions and customs. It is your responsibility to show respect and respect to the locals. You can always count on your tour-leaders or guides to help you.
Central Asia has a laid back attitude to Islam. It is the very first thing to be aware of when traveling to Central Asia particularly in cities and towns. In areas such as Bishkek you’ll be amazed by the length of women’s skirts! It’s an Muslim location, and it’s important to be cautious in certain places. T-shirts and shorts can be worn for both sexes but if going to mosques, women must be sure to cover their shoulders, and wear pants or skirts that do not reach just below the knee, while men should not wear shorts.
80% of the population are Islamic with just over 15% of the population following
Russian Orthodoxy.
Language & Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. In the 1990s, Kyrgyzstan became an official bilingual nation, adding Kyrgyz as a second official language. Due to Soviet policies, you can see ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan.
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