There are no compulsory immunisations for travellers to Kyrgyzstan although you should have up-to date vaccinations for Typhoid Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. It is recommended that you seek advice from your local GP or travel specialist regarding the appropriate immunisations and preventative measures.

Food and beverages

Kyrgyzstan’s food is primarily based on meat and rice. However, there are plenty of other choices in terms of salads and vegetables. If you travel around, you’ll have a chance to experience regional specialties, which often overlap with the different cultures that have existed and moved around over the years.

The alcohol selection is only vodka or beer. Anyone who wants to sample something else – such as Scotch or Gin – must purchase the alcohol duty-free and carry it with them. Be aware that mixers, such as tonic water, can be extremely difficult to find in Central Asia!

Cultural Sensitivity

You will often interact with locals, each with their own distinct customs and customs. We therefore request that you be courteous and treat them with respect. Your guides and tour leaders will always be in a position to advise you accordingly.

Central Asia has a laid down attitude to Islam. It is the very first thing you need to be aware of while traveling in Central Asia especially in towns and cities. In areas like Bishkek you’ll be amazed by the length of women’s skirts! But, it must be remembered that it is technically considered to be a Muslim area and a little bit of caution is required in certain locations. T-shirts and shorts are suitable for both genders, but when visiting mosques, women should cover their shoulders and wear trousers or skirts that do not reach just below the knee, while men should not wear shorts.

80percent of the people are Islamic with just a little over 15% of the population following

Russian Orthodox.

Language and Religion

Kyrgyzstan is among the two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia to retain Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was made an official bilingual nation in the early 1990s, adding Kyrgyz as its official language. Because of Soviet policies, you will see ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in some areas of Kyrgyzstan.

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