Travellers who travel to Kyrgyzstan are not required to be immunized but they should carry the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is recommended that you seek advice from your local GP or travel center on the proper immunisations and preventative treatments.
Drinks and food
The food offered in Kyrgyzstan is usually centered around meat and rice, although the vegetables and salads offered are varied. When you travel, you’ll be able to taste local dishes from the region that often cross-pollinate with the various cultures that have existed and moved around over the centuries.
The selection of alcohol is restricted to vodka or beer. Anyone wanting to try something else – such as Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it at no cost and bring it along. But, take note that mixers, such as tonic water, are incredibly difficult to locate in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
When you travel with us, you’ll often meet local people, each with their own distinct customs and practices. We ask you to be respectful and considerate towards locals. You can always count on your guides or tour-leaders to help you.
Central Asia has a laid back approach to Islam. This is the first thing you should know about traveling there especially in cities and towns. In places such as Bishkek you’ll be shocked at the length of some women’s skirts! This is a Muslim zone, therefore it is essential to be careful in certain areas. Both sexes can wear T-shirts and shorts. However, when visiting mosques, women must cover their shoulders with pants or skirts. Men should avoid wearing shorts.
The majority of people are Islamic with just over 15% of them following
Russian Orthodoxy
Language and Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan became an official bilingual nation in the 1990’sand was able to add Kyrgyz as the official language. Due to Soviet policies, you’ll meet ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in some parts of Kyrgyzstan.
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