Cities of Kyrgyzstan Bucket List

Visit Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Explore Ala-Too Square (central plaza with the Manas statue and changing of the guard), see Soviet-era architecture like the State History Museum (housing exhibits on Kyrgyz culture and history), and shop for traditional crafts at Osh Bazaar (a bustling market with spices, textiles, and local foods).

Visit Osh, Kyrgyzstan's second-largest city and a historic Silk Road hub. Explore Sulaiman-Too Sacred Mountain (a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient petroglyphs and caves), browse the bustling Jayma Bazaar (one of Central Asia's oldest markets for spices, textiles, and crafts), and see the National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex (showcasing Kyrgyz culture and artifacts).

A Russian wooden mosque built by Dungans, the Sunday animal market and treks to Altyn-Arashan hot springs.