Naryn Region

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Kochkor is a town of shepherds located in Naryn oblast 200 km from Bishkek. It is located at 1800m. alt. The city has 17,000 residents. Most of them are shepherds or farmers. With the Kyrgyz hospitality, tourism is an increasingly important for economy. It is a starting point to reach the sights as Lake Song Kul, Sarala-Saz pastures, Lake Koelykoek, the salt mine Chong Tuz, and also the crossroads between Issyk Kul lake and City Naryn. Places for visiting: the women cooperative "Kochkor Kutu" which develops Kyrgyz crafts.

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Once known as Jangy Talap, the village has now taken back its historical name, Kurtka. Situated along one of the ancient Silk Road routes, Kurtka is renowned for the mausoleum of Taylak Batyr, a legendary Kyrgyz hero. The village lies at the foot of the Kurtka River, not far from the birthplace of the famous poet and thinker Togolok Moldo in the neighboring village of Ak-Tal, on the left bank of the Naryn River.

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Birth place of Togolok Moldo, (real name was Bamba Abdurakhmanov), born in 1860. He was a great Kyrgyz poet, Manaschi and a folk song writer. You can see its portrait on the Kyrgyz 20 soms note.

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Kurgan Terek canyon (Konorchek canyon)

Explore the captivating Kyrgyz Creek Canyon, starting from the iconic "Red Bridge" train bridge. The canyon, carved by the Kurgan Terek River, features stunning red rock formations. 

The hike to the red part of the canyon takes about an hour, following a narrow path along the river where you'll occasionally need to walk in the water. It's advisable to avoid this hike during or after rain due to potential hazards. After an hour, the canyon opens up to reveal magnificent red towers reminiscent of the Creek Canyon. 

Kyzyl-Oy
Kyrgyzstan

Jangi-Jer plateau

High plateau of Djangi Djer (Jangi Jer) is situated on the South of the Naryn Kyrka Too and North of Jangi Jer Too. It is one of the most losted valley in the center of the Tien Shan. 

At-Bashi
Kyrgyzstan

Kel-Suu lake

Tucked away in the remote Kurumduk Valley of southeastern Naryn Region, Kel-Suu Lake (meaning “Lake of Water” in Kyrgyz) is one of the most breathtaking and secluded natural wonders in Kyrgyzstan. Perched at an altitude of 3,510 meters, this mountain lake stretches over 10 kilometers in length and varies in width from 100 to 800 meters. It's framed by towering granite cliffs, sculpted canyons, icy peaks, and lush alpine meadows — a dreamlike setting that offers dramatic landscapes in every season.

Kok-Kiya
Kyrgyzstan