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Ekurgenkel lake

Ekurgenkel is a stunning lake located in the southern part of the Seok mountains on the eastern side of the Jetim Bel range. Its main source of water is the Sary Tor glacier, which ensures a constant supply of fresh, clean water. 

The lake is approximately 1.5 kilometers in length and 1 kilometer wide, with crystal clear waters that reflect the surrounding mountain peaks. The area around the lake is characterized by peaks that rise to altitudes of more than 4000 meters, creating a breathtaking landscape that is sure to awe visitors.

Juku
Kyrgyzstan

Lake Kol-Ukok

Kol-Ukok Lake in Naryn Oblast is a magnificent natural wonder that amazes with its beauty and uniqueness. Located in the western part of the region, it is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region and attracts tourists from all over the world.

This lake, which was once a glacial lake, is surrounded by high mountains and snow-capped peaks, creating a unique atmosphere of solitude and tranquility. The water of the lake, clear and clean, reflects the surrounding mountains and sky, creating incredible scenery that makes you marvel at nature.

Kochkor
Kyrgyzstan

Rahat Kel lake

Rakhat-Kol is one of the most picturesque and amazing places in the Ysyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan. It is a mountain lake located at an altitude of over 3000 meters above sea level, surrounded by the majestic Tien Shan mountains. The name "Rakhat-Kol" translates as "lake of sweet water", and this absolutely corresponds to its crystal clear water, which changes its color from bright blue to emerald depending on the time of day and lighting.

Karakol
Kyrgyzstan

Kojomkul memorial

A monument dedicated to Kojomkul Kadaev, son of Kaba, is a shepherd born in the village formerly "8 March" in 1888. He became famous for a very imposing body and his sports victories in wrestling competitions. Its exact height and weight are uncertain. We are talking about a height of 1m97 to 2m30 with a weight between 164 and 203 kg. He liked to ride and carry huge stones, and a little-known but still current sport, carrying a horse! Kojomkul died in 1955.

Bishkek
Kyrgyzstan

Bulunkul lake

Of tectonic origin, the 3.4 km2 lake is located in the Murgab district of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region in Tajikistan at an altitude of 3741 meters above sea level. The Issykbulak River empties into the lake, forming a swampy delta essential for herding. The region is one of the coldest and the lake is frozen until the end of May.

Bulunkul
Tajikistan

Shorkul lake

To the west of Karatorpok-Keskesdala high plateau and Rangkul village, the lake is endehoric, and flows into the neighboring lake, Rangkul lake, which is about the same size, about 5km long. It fills up with snowmelt and is completely frozen over in winter. Depending on the year or the season, these two lakes can double in size.
13 km from the main M41 road, you can visit these lakes when traveling between Lake Karakul and the capital of the eastern Pamirs, Murgab.

Alichur
Tajikistan

Rangkul lake

To the west of the high plateau of Karatorpok-Keskesdala and the village of Rangkul, the lake is endehoric, and receives its waters from its neighboring lake, Lake Shorkul, which is about the same size, about 4km long. It fills up with snowmelt and is completely frozen over in winter.

Rangkul
Tajikistan

Zorkul lake

Zorkul Lake stretches from east to west for about 20 km and is located 4120 meters above sea level on the Afghan-Tajik border. Part of the waters have their source in the Vakhan chain located to the south and its Concordia peak (5,470 m), about 11 km (as the crow flies) south of the lake. The northern half of the lake is in Tajikistan, at the foot of the Alichur-South Range. where it is protected as part of the Zorkul Nature Reserve. From the lake, to the west, flows the Pamir River, tracing the Afghan-Tajik border. It is therefore a source of the Amu Darya or the Oxus river.

Zorkul
Tajikistan