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Cholpon-Ata is located in Kyrgyzstan's Eastern..
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Tamga receives very few travelers, and it's..
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Balykchy is not really a tourist destination,..
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Karakol attracts a decent number of travelers..
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The most amazing mountains I've ever seen with a most breathtaking view!!  
The mountain region of the Tian Shan covers over 80% of the country, that's why Kyrgyzstan is somestimes reffered to as "the Switzerland of Central Asia" )) But I'd say it's more unspoiled, natural and unconventional. And lake Issyk-Kul', which is the second largest mountain lake in the world, has got such crystal clear water that you can basically see your feet while swimming. )) And people... They're so hospitable and friendly that you wouldn't want to come back home )) And did I mention food yet? ) It's absolutely delicious!! 
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Preetty much the most touristy place in Kyrgyzstan. You will find yourself amongst former soviets from all over the place. Also, this is where alot of the former soviet cycling teams train. So, ladies keep your eyes out for hot guys in spandex :) The lake is really nice, don't drink the tap water under any circumstances. The lake never freezes... however it never gets very warm either... 
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Kyrgyz resort, which may make it interesting if you know some Russian, homestays here can be fun and there will be touts waiting for your bus/marshrutka when it arrives. The place itself is hardly happening, but you will get an impression of real life here plus the lake itself is notable as the second largest at this height after Titicaca...
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Ma N. wrote a tip on Balykchy
2 years ago
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Edward V. wrote a tip on Cholpon-Ata
3 years ago
nice laid-back soviet-style tourist resort at the lake. you can also enter the.. (More)
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