Talas is a small town in northwestern Kyrgyzstan, located in a long valley between two imposing mountain ranges. Its geographical location is 42°31′N 72°14′E and its population is 32,538 (as of 1999). It is the administrative headquarters of Talas Oblasty. Its economy is traditionally oriented towards the Kazakh city of Dzhambul. The mythical Kyrgyz national hero, Manas, is said to have been born in the Ala Too mountains in Talas oblast. A few kilometers outside Talas lies a mausoleum, supposedly that of Manas. However, the inscription on its richly-decorated facade dedicates it to "...the most glorious of women Kenizek-Khatun, the daughter of the Emir Abuka". Legend explains that Manas' wife Kanikey ordered a deliberately false inscription in order to mislead her husband's enemies and prevent the desecration of his body. The building, known as "Manastin Khumbuzu" or "The Ghumbez of Manas", is thought to have been built in 1334. It now contains a museum dedicated to the epic. A ceremonial mound also lies nearby. The Talas river was the site of the Battle of Talas (751 CE), fought between Chinese and Arabian forces, which marked the beginning of China's precipitous decline from its greatest golden age.
Talas Airport is located in the regional center of the same name at an altitude of 1,266 meters above sea level. It is a regional airport serving domestic flights of Kyrgyzstan.
The airport is located in the western part of Kyrgyzstan, in the valley of the Talas River, in close proximity to the city of the same name. Talas is the administrative center of the oblast of the same name and an important transportation hub of the region.
The runway of Talas airport is designed to serve the following types of aircraft:
An-2, An-26, An-28
Avro RJ85
UAE-146
Yak-40
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
Kanykei apa bulagy is a sacred spring that carries deep symbolism and historical significance for the Kyrgyz people. According to legend, Kanykei, the wise and faithful wife of the legendary hero Manas, stopped here to quench her thirst and pray for the protection and prosperity of her people.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
The Chiyim-Tash petroglyph is considered one of the most significant and interesting petroglyphs on the territory of Kyrgyzstan and attracts many tourists and researchers. It is also a cultural heritage site. This ancient drawing represents one of the oldest forms of art and is an important source of information about bygone eras and the culture of ancient peoples who inhabited this territory.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
Zhaltyrak-Tash as a multi-layered monument is dated in a significant time range - from the Bronze Age to ethnographic modernity. The most ancient are considered to be animal drawings made in bitreugular style and having analogies in Saimaluu-Tash.
Wagons and chariots, anthropomorphic images, erotic scenes, etc. are attributed to the Age of the Developed Bronze Age. The most diverse is the complex correlated with the Early Iron Age, consisting of numerous animal images in the Scytho-Siberian style and having analogies in the vast Eurasian area.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
The museum's exposition includes bails, wristbands, badges and insignia of the CBT, as well as other items related to the history and activities of the security service. Visitors can get acquainted with the history of the organization, learn about its tasks and functions, as well as the equipment and gear used. The Talas CBT Handrail Museum is an interesting place to visit for anyone interested in history. It offers the opportunity to learn more about the work of the staff and to see the various bails used by them in their professional activities.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
Talas City Art Museum is located in the city of Talas, Kyrgyzstan. This museum is a cultural center and presents the history and art of the region. Talas City Art Museum is an important cultural attraction in Talas and attracts both locals and tourists. It tells the history of art and broadens the understanding of art work in the region. At the moment, the museum is believed to have about 300 exhibits.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
The museum is located in the village of Sheker. Chingiz Aitmatov lived in the village of Sheker in the Talas region, where the museum is located. The Chingiz Aitmatov Historical Museum is a place where fans of his work, as well as people interested in the culture and history of Kyrgyzstan, can immerse themselves in his legacy and learn more about this outstanding writer.
Sheker
Kyrgyzstan
The Cholponbai Tuloberdiev Memorial Museum is located in Talas Oblast, more precisely in the village of Cholponbai. Its opening was held solemnly on May 9, in honor of Victory Day. Special attention was paid to the 3D documentary film about Cholponbai Tuloberdiev, which tells about his life and exploits in a more visual and interesting form. The movie allows the viewer to plunge into the world of Cholponbai and get a better idea of his exploits on the battlefield.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan
Historical and Folklore Museum named after Alymkul Usembayev In the village of Aral. The museum was officially opened in 1974. There are about 1690 exhibits in this museum. The population of Aral village helped to collect all the exhibits.
Talas
Kyrgyzstan