Travelers to Kyrgyzstan are not required to be immunized however they must have the most recent Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. We recommend that you seek out guidance from your local GP or travel centre regarding the appropriate vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Drinks and food
The food served in Kyrgyzstan is usually centered around rice and meat although the variety of salads and other vegetables that are available are diverse. You’ll be able to try local cuisines as you travel, which often overlap with the cuisines of other cultures.
Regarding alcohol, your options are usually limited to vodka and beer, so those looking for something different – Scotch , or Gin for instance – ought to buy it duty free and then bring it to the bar. However, it is important to know mixers, including tonic water, are incredibly difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
It is common to interact with localswho have their own particular customs and practices. We ask you to be respectful and considerate to local people. Your tour-guides and tour-leaders will always be able give you advice accordingly.
The first thing to say about travelling in Central Asia is that most areas, including the cities and towns, have a much more relaxed view of Islam than their neighbours to the south in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It’s amazing how long skirts of women are in places like Bishkek! However, it needs to be remembered that Bishkek is technically classified as a Muslim area and a little bit of caution should be used in certain locations. Both genders are allowed to wear T-shirts and shorts. But, when going to mosques, women should cover their shoulders in trousers or skirts. Men should stay away from wearing shorts.
With only a little over 15% of the population following Islam, 80% of the people are Islamic.
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Religion and Language
Kyrgyzstan was one of the two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was declared an official bilingual state in the early 1990s, adding Kyrgyz as its official language. You will also find Uzbeks from the ethnic group and Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan due to previous Soviet policies.
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