Issyk-Kul Region Travel Guide

Kyrgyzstan

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Popular cities in Issyk-Kul Region

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Karakol
Known for Camping, Lakes and Hiking
Karakol awaits: its camping, lake views, glaciers and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral
  • Karakol Dungan Mosque
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Cholpon-Ata
Known for Mountains, Universities and Nature
Experience the mountains, university life and beaches in Cholpon-Ata!
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Tamga
Known for Hills, Horse riding and Small town
Like horse riding? Get away to quaint Tamga!
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Kaji-Say
Check out the local area in Kaji-Say—home to attractions like Lake Issyk Kul and Kaji-Say Beach.
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Tong
Tong
Check out the local area in Tong as you venture to sights like Lake Issyk Kul.
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Teploklyuchenka
Venture to sights like Tianshan Mountains as you discover the local area in Teploklyuchenka.
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Stay near popular Issyk-Kul Region attractions

Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral

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After visiting Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karakol. Discover the area's glaciers and churches.
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