Experience
Short Felt Show at Fatima
Fatima will show us how nomads craft felt which is essential for making yurt and carpet
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Experiences
Short Felt Show at Fatima
Experience
Yurt workshop at Kurmanbek
Kurmanbek and his wife, Nazira, welcome visitors to see how a Kyrgyz yurt is made. Kurmanbek shapes the wooden frame, while Nazira prepares the felt coverings. Their yurts are well known among Kyrgyz nomadic families.
Experience
Handicraft Artistry Experience in Jeti Oguz
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Kyrgyzstan with this unique handicraft experience. In the heart of the traditional Kyrgyz village of Jeti-Orүz, you'll discover the timeless art of felt and…
Travel advice
Travel advice Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz Yurts: A Legacy of Nomadic Ingenuity
The Kyrgyz yurt, or "boz üy," is an emblem of the nomadic cultures that have traversed the rugged terrains of Central Asia for centuries. These portable homes, ingeniously designed to withstand both the harsh winters and the…
Travel resource
The Yurt Is Not a Photo Prop
How nomadic architecture can shape sustainable tourism in Central Asia The yurt may be the most photographed object in Kyrgyzstan. A white circle on a green pasture. Smoke rising in the evening. Horses nearby. Mountains behind. A…
Guide collection Kyrgyzstan
Live Like a Nomad: Embrace the Spirit of Kyrgyzstan
Step into the boots of a Kyrgyz nomad and experience the freedom of a life untethered. Travel across the expansive steppe, setting up yurts under starlit skies and sharing stories around a campfire. Learn the ancient arts of…
Photo: Pierre Armand Dussex
About Nomad’s Land
About Nomad’s Land
Nomad’s Land is a Bishkek-based travel company designing responsible tailor-made journeys across Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia and the Silk Roads with local partners, field-tested routes and Travelife Certified sustainability.
Photo: Pierre Armand Dussex
Places to understand
Region guide Kyrgyzstan
Kyzyl-Tuu
This small village south of the Issyk Kul lake turned to crafts and manufacturing yurts.
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Places to eat & stay
Stay Kyrgyzstan
Bel Zhan Yurt Lodge
The "Bel Zhan" yurt camp is located in the village of Grigorievka, on the north shore of Lake Issyk Kul, right in the middle of a beautiful orchard of apple, pear, apricot and cherry trees that you can pick yourself according to…
Journeys
Journey
Along the Issyk Kul shore to foot of the Song Kul lake
Bokonbaeva → Kyzart
After breakfast, we leave the village of Bokonbaevo, we first meet a traditional eagle hunter and his trained bird nearby. During a fascinating demonstration, he explains the deep bond between hunter and eagle and reveals the…
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Journey
Transfer to Siuttu Bulak to enjoy a day of ski touring
Kyzyl Suu → Siuttu Bulak
After an early breakfast, you will depart to Siuttu Bulak where your Yurt Camp will be built and you can gear up and head into the mountains.First check to make sure everyone has all of their safety equipment and check the…
Photo: Anina Eggenberger