Central Asia - Kyrgyzstan - 4 days in Bishkek Lake-Ikkyk-Kul Karakol
Contents 1. A day in Bishkek city 2. A day at Lake Issyk Kul 3. A day at Karakol 4. Shopping near Bishkek 5. Cuisine 6. Skiing and ropeways A day in Bishkek Bishkek is a relatively new city located in the Tien Shan mountain range in the Chui Valley. The city is fast becoming popular with a lot of travellers from across the globe who wish to explore the country. It’s Central Asia’s greenest city , with rich biodiversity in its tree-lined streets and many parks. You also won’t see any skyscrapers here. The Bishkek is very safe for expats but should still be vigilant about the safety of their personal belongings, especially in open-air markets such as the Osh bazaar or in city buses in Bishkek. The best solution to avoid being pick-pocketed is to stay very alert and aware of your belongings at all times, keep your wallet in your front pocket or carry a money belt. You should leave all your important and valuable items at your hotel and walk around only with what i...