Travellers to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated but they should be vaccinated with the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is recommended that you seek advice from your local GP or travel center for the right vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Drinks and food
The food offered in Kyrgyzstan is typically based around meat and rice although the salads and vegetables on offer are very varied. While traveling, you’ll be able to taste regional specialties, which often overlap with the cultures that have lived and migrated through the years.
For alcohol, the options are mostly limited to vodka or beer. Those who want something different, like Scotch or Gin for instance – must purchase it duty-free and then bring it to the bar. Mixers such as tonic water are extremely difficult to locate in Central Asia.
Cultural Sensitivity
It is common to interact with locals, each with their own distinct customs and customs. We therefore request that you be considerate and to treat them with respect. You can always rely on your tour guides or tour leaders to help you.
Central Asia has a laid relaxed approach to Islam. This is the first thing you need to be aware of while traveling in Central Asia especially in cities and towns. You won’t believe the length of skirts that women are in areas like Bishkek! It’s an Muslim area so it is imperative to be mindful in certain areas. Shorts and T-shirts are fine for both genders, but when going to mosques, women should be sure to cover their shoulders, and wear pants or skirts that fall below the knees, and men shouldn’t wear shorts.
With around 15% of the population embracing Islam, over 80% of the people are Islamic.
Russian Orthodox.
Religion and Language
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics 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 can meet ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in certain areas of Kyrgyzstan.
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