There aren’t any mandatory vaccinations for travelers to Kyrgyzstan although you should be current on Typhoid, Tetanus Polio and Hepatitis A. We recommend you seek guidance from your local GP or travel specialist for the right immunisations and preventative measures.
Food and drinks
The food served in Kyrgyzstan is typically based around meat and rice but the salads and vegetables offered are varied. If you travel around, you’ll get to try local cuisines of the region that are often a part of the cultures that have lived and moved through the millennia.
The options for alcohol are limited to beer or vodka. Anyone wanting to try something different – like Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it at no cost and bring it along. But, take note mixers, including tonic water, can be extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
While on our trips, you will frequently meet local people, each with their own distinct traditions and customs. It is your responsibility to be respectful and considerate to locals. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be in a position to advise you accordingly.
Central Asia has a laid low-key style of Islam. It is the very first thing you must be aware of while traveling in Central Asia, especially in towns and cities. You’ll be amazed at how long some women’s skirts are in cities like Bishkek! It is an Muslim location, and it’s important to be cautious in certain places. Both genders can wear shorts and T-shirts. When visiting mosques, women must cover their shoulders with pants or skirts. Men should stay away from wearing shorts.
A majority of the population are Islamic with just a little over 15% of the population following
Russian Orthodoxy
Language and Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of the two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was declared an official bilingual state in the 1990’sand was able to add Kyrgyz as its official language. Because of Soviet policies, you can find ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan.
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