Travellers visiting Kyrgyzstan should not get immunized, but they should have the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is recommended to talk to your local GP for advice regarding the most effective immunisations and preventative treatments.
Drinks and food
Kyrgyzstan’s food is usually based on rice and meat. But, there are many other options for salads and other vegetables. When you travel, you’ll get to try local specialities of the region which are usually a blend of the diverse cultures that have lived and changed over the years.
The selection of alcohol is restricted to vodka or beer. Anyone wanting to try something different – like Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it duty-free and bring it with them. Mixers, such as tonic water, are very difficult to find in Central Asia.
Cultural Sensitivity
On our excursions, you’ll frequently interact with local people all with unique traditions and customs. We therefore request that you be kind and show them respect. You can always rely on your tour guides or tour leaders to help you.
The first thing to say about traveling in Central Asia is that most areas, particularly the cities and towns have a more laid-back approach to Islam than their neighbours to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In areas like Bishkek you’ll be shocked by the length of some women’s skirts! However, it should also be remembered that it is technically considered to be a Muslim area and it is recommended that a bit of caution should be applied at certain locations. Women and men can both wear T-shirts and shorts. When visiting mosques, women should cover their shoulders with trousers or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.
80percent of the people are Islamic with just a little over 15% following
Russian Orthodox.
Language & Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was declared an official bilingual state in the 1990’s, adding Kyrgyz as the official language. There are also Uzbeks from the ethnic group and Tajiks in some parts of Kyrgyzstan because of previous Soviet policies.
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