There aren’t any mandatory vaccinations for travelers to Kyrgyzstan but you must be current on Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. We recommend that you seek out guidance from your local GP or travel center as to the correct immunisations and preventative treatments.
Drinks and food
The food served in Kyrgyzstan is typically based on rice and meats, although the vegetables and salads on offer are very varied. You’ll be able to experience local cuisines when you travel, and often overlap with other ethnicities.
In the case of alcohol, the choice is generally limited to vodka or beer. Anyone looking for something different, like Scotch or Gin for example – can buy it duty free and then bring it to the bar. Be aware that mixers, which include tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
While on our trips, you will often interact with locals, each with their own distinct traditions and customs. We ask you to be kind and treat them with respect. You can always count on your tour guides or tour leaders to assist you.
The first thing to mention about visiting Central Asia is that most cities and towns, have a more relaxed view of Islam than their neighbours to the south of Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In some areas, like Bishkek you’ll be shocked at the length of some women’s skirts! However, it needs to be noted that this is technically an Muslim region , and therefore some caution must be taken in certain places. T-shirts and shorts are suitable for both genders. But if attending mosques, women should cover their shoulders and wear trousers or skirts that fall just below the knee, while men shouldn’t wear shorts.
80percent of the people is Islamic with just over 15% of them following
Russian Orthodox Church.
Language & Religion
Kyrgyzstan is one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia to retain 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. There are also Uzbeks from the ethnic group and Tajiks in certain areas of Kyrgyzstan because of the previous Soviet policy.
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