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Issyk-Kul Nature Reserve
National parks and reserves

Issyk-Kul Nature Reserve

The Issyk-Kul Nature Reserve is one of the 338 reserves in the world recognized by the UNESCO "Man and Biosphere" program. The Issyk-Kul State Nature Reserve is located in the territory of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. The reserve was established by a decree of the Council of Ministers of the Kyrgyz SSR on December 10, 1948, No. 1205, and remains a specially protected natural area of Kyrgyzstan to this day. According to the classification of the International Union for Conservation of

08.07.2018, 23:40
Uch-Kurgan Reservoir
Reservoirs

Uch-Kurgan Reservoir

Uch-Kurgan Hydroelectric Power Station — a hydraulic engineering structure, a run-of-river hydroelectric power station (HPP), built on the Naryn River, 12 kilometers from the city of Uch-Kurgan (Namangan region of Uzbekistan) and two kilometers from the Uch-Kurgan — Tash-Kumyr railway line. This convenient location for constructing the HPP was first selected by engineer Kuznetsov in 1913. On November 30, 1958, the concrete was laid in the building of the Uch-Kurgan HPP. On January 27, 1959,

08.07.2018, 22:05
Tortkul Reservoir
Reservoirs

Tortkul Reservoir

Tortkul Reservoir is a unique structure. It is located in the Batken region on the Isfara River. The area of the reservoir is 6.6 square kilometers, and its volume is 90 million cubic meters of water. Since the river is fed by glacial and snow melt, the reservoir is primarily filled due to melting snow and other sources. Approximately 60 million cubic meters are used annually during the irrigation season, leaving about 30 million in reserve. The critical volume is 15 million cubic meters of

05.07.2018, 22:33
Papańskoe Reservoir
Reservoirs

Papańskoe Reservoir

Reservoir in the Valley of the Ak-Bura River The location of the Papan irrigation reservoir basin is in the valley of the Ak-Bura River near the Kaptarsky massif, after the dam was built at the point of greatest narrowing of the Papan Gorge, in the Osh region of southern Kyrgyzstan. It is located 20 km south of the city of Osh. The structure can withstand an earthquake of up to 9 points. The dam of the reservoir has a length of 90 meters and a height of 70 meters. Until 2003, the reservoir was

03.07.2018, 14:32
Waterfall of the Tears of the Leopard
Waterfalls

Waterfall of the Tears of the Leopard

Tears of the Leopard Waterfall – the most famous waterfall of the Barskoon Gorge. One of the most beautiful gorges in Kyrgyzstan, the Barskoon Gorge (in Kyrgyz, Barskoon) is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, 90 km from the capital of the Issyk-Kul region, the city of Karakol. In the Barskoon Gorge, among relict firs and pines, three waterfalls originate from the glaciers of the high mountains. The lowest of them is the Manas Bowl, slightly higher is the Old Man's Beard, and

30.06.2018, 11:19
Kurpsayskoye Reservoir
Reservoirs

Kurpsayskoye Reservoir

Kurpsayskoye Reservoir — a canyon-type reservoir Kurpsayskaya Hydroelectric Power Station — HPP on the Naryn River in Kyrgyzstan. It is the second most powerful hydroelectric station in the country, after the Toktogul HPP. It is part of the Naryn-Syrdarya cascade of hydroelectric power stations. The dam of the HPP forms the Kurpsayskoye Reservoir with weekly regulation. It is located in a narrow mountain gorge. In the area of the dam, the gorge with slopes of 35-40 degrees rises above the bed

29.06.2018, 09:07
Orto-Tokoy Reservoir
Reservoirs

Orto-Tokoy Reservoir

Orto-Tokoy Reservoir — a reservoir on the Chu River. It is located 2 km west of the village of Orto-Tokoy, on the border of Naryn and Issyk-Kul regions, at an altitude of 1700 meters. The construction plan for the reservoir was approved by the decree of the Central Committee of the All-Union Communist Party (Bolsheviks) and the Council of People's Commissars of the USSR on March 19, 1940. Construction began in 1941 and was completed in 1960. The elevation above sea level is 1700 m. The

28.06.2018, 21:43
Orto-Tokoy (Kasansay) Reservoir
Reservoirs

Orto-Tokoy (Kasansay) Reservoir

Orto-Tokoy (Kasansay) Reservoir — a reservoir in the Ala-Buka District of the Jalal-Abad Region of Kyrgyzstan. It is located on the Kasansay River, a right tributary of the Syr Darya. Construction of the reservoir began in 1941, but was halted due to the war. After its conclusion, the reservoir was completed — its volume is 165 million cubic meters, the surface area (km²) is 8.0; length (km) is 5.2; width (km) is 3.5; maximum depth is 63 meters. According to the land allocation case for the

28.06.2018, 21:07
Kara-Burinskoye Reservoir
Reservoirs

Kara-Burinskoye Reservoir

The Reservoir with Two Names Kara-Burinskoye Reservoir is located in the Talas region on the border of the Manas and Kara-Burinsk districts, in the Chon-Kapka gorge. The main function of the structure is to irrigate dry lands in the Talas valley and Kazakhstan with water from the Talas River, accumulated in winter and spring. Kirov Reservoir is its second name. Construction began in 1965 and was completed in 1975. During the Soviet era, the district centers were named the village of Pokrovka

28.06.2018, 19:53
Toktogul Reservoir
Reservoirs

Toktogul Reservoir

The Toktogul Reservoir can be called the water pearl of Kyrgyzstan. It is located on the Naryn River and is not only the largest in the country but also in all of Central Asia. The volume of the reservoir is 19.5 km³, with a useful water volume of 14 billion. The surface area is 284 km². The average depth is 215 m. Its dimensions are 65 × 12 km. Looking at the vast water expanse, it is hard to believe that this is a creation of human hands. The hydroelectric power station provides Kyrgyzstan

27.06.2018, 22:02
Lake Teshik-Kul
Lakes

Lake Teshik-Kul

Lake Teshik-Kul (also Teshik-Köl) — is a hard-to-reach high-altitude lake It is located at an altitude of 3500 meters on the southern side of the Tereskey Ala-Too range in the Issyk-Kul region, approximately 38 km from the village of Bokonbaeva. Cascading mountains, a majestic plain, and distant flocks of sheep make these places extraordinarily beautiful. There seems to be no end or edge to the hills stretching far beyond the limits of human vision. Teshik-Kul is a typical mountain lake,

27.06.2018, 11:18
Lake Suttu-Bulak
Lakes

Lake Suttu-Bulak

Lake Suttyu-Bulak or "Milk Lake" The lake is located in the "Semenovskoye" gorge on the northern shore of Lake "Issyk-Kul" at an altitude of 2700 meters above sea level, the road to the gorge passes through the village of Semenovka. The lake was formed in 1910 as a result of a strong Vernensky earthquake; it is remarkably beautiful, with water that appears somewhat murky – milky, as if milk has been poured into a cup of tea without stirring. The depth of this lake

26.06.2018, 09:44
Lake Saz-Kel
Lakes

Lake Saz-Kel

Lake Saz-Kel — "swampy lake". This small but very picturesque lake in Kyrgyzstan reflects the blue sky, neighboring mountain peaks, and trees like a mirror! Lake Saz-Kel (Sazkel, Sazkol, Saz-Kol) is located in the Itagar Gorge, one of the branches of the larger Chichkan Gorge. The Itagar Gorge itself is approximately 340 kilometers north of Jalal-Abad. It is hidden behind the beautiful rocky mountains of Chichkan and is located nearby. The lake itself is nestled among wind-carved

26.06.2018, 09:09
Petrov Lake
Lakes

Petrov Lake

Petrova Lake — the Source of Naryn This is the largest moraine-glacial lake in the Tian Shan by area and volume, serving as the main source of water supply for the high-altitude "Kumtor" mine. Due to the melting of the glacier, the depth of the lake has increased from 20 to 70 meters, and the area of the lake has also expanded. Today, it covers 430 hectares. It can be said that this lake is constantly increasing in area and volume. There are currently 65 million cubic meters of water

26.06.2018, 08:37
Lake Zhashyl-Köl
Lakes

Lake Zhashyl-Köl

Zhashyl-Köl, which translates from Kyrgyz as "green lake" It is located in the Chon-Kemin Valley, at an altitude of about 3200 m. The valley is fabulously rich in forests: coniferous, formed by the relict fir of the Tian Shan; mixed, where aspen, willow, and birch coexist alongside fir; and floodplain, dominated by sea buckthorn bushes and deciduous trees. The coniferous forest, stretching in the zone from 1700 to 3200 m, makes the air of the valley healing, and the abundance of

25.06.2018, 19:33
Lake Köl-Suu
Lakes

Lake Köl-Suu

Lake Köl-Suu translates as "coming water" The lake is located in the Naryn region, Ak-Sai valley, on the border with China. It is situated in the upper reaches of the Kuruumduk River, a right tributary of Kak-Kiya, at an altitude of 3500-3600 meters above sea level. At this altitude, it is quite difficult for an average person to acclimatize. Even after living in the mountains for some time, one does not get used to it immediately. The lake is of a dam type, formed by a strong

25.06.2018, 17:03
Lake Kel-Tor
Lakes

Lake Kel-Tor

One of the most beautiful lakes in Kyrgyzstan - the dead lake Kël-Tor It is located in the gorge of the same name. You can reach it from the Kegety gorge, which is 90 km from the city of Bishkek towards Issyk-Kul. Lake Kël-Tor is situated at an altitude of 2725 meters above sea level. The lake has an unusual peak called "Sugar Head" with an overhanging glacier. The height of this peak is 4253 m. The lake is of dam origin, has no direct outflow, and goes underground, emerging several

25.06.2018, 12:28
Lake Köl-Ukök
Lakes

Lake Köl-Ukök

Lake Köl-Ukök is the perfect place to escape from civilization Lake Köl-Ukök, located in the Naryn region on the Teskey Ala-Too ridge, is the perfect place to escape from civilization and immerse yourself in your thoughts. The crystal clear, cold water is incredibly refreshing, but it's best not to venture far from the shore, as the depth reaches up to 17 meters in some places. The best time to visit this place is during the warm months. The grass is particularly lush during these months,

25.06.2018, 11:46
Lake Chatyr-Kul
Lakes

Lake Chatyr-Kul

“Chatyr-Kul” translates from Kyrgyz as “Heavenly Lake.” The high-altitude lake Chatyr-Kul is located in the Inner Tian Shan. The height of the lake above sea level is 3530.2 meters. The area of the water surface is 170.6 km². The length of the lake is 23 km, width is 11 km, and the average volume of water is 8.5 km³. It is the highest of the large lakes in Tian Shan, occupying the lowest part of a tectonic depression.

25.06.2018, 10:45
Lake Kulun
Lakes

Lake Kulun

Kulung - "foal" The Kulung and Kulung Minor lakes are a group of lakes, enchanting with their beauty and located in the Osh region of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, in the western part of the Fergana Range, within the territory of the Kulunatin State Nature Reserve, established in 2004 with a total area of 24 thousand hectares, aimed at preserving the biodiversity of juniper-coniferous forests, at an altitude of 2856 m. The distance between the lakes, connected by the waters of the

24.06.2018, 16:12
Lake Djidalik
Lakes

Lake Djidalik

Jidalyk - "breast berry" Jidalyk (Zhiydeli) is a famous lake in Kadamjay. It is a landmark of the city and is located at the foot of a mountain, which is the source of water in the lake. The lake itself serves as a source of drinking and healing water, as well as a recreational area. The place where the water flows out is called Katur-Bulak. The name Jidalyk comes from the word "zhiyde," which translates from Kyrgyz as "breast berry." Around Lake Jidalyk, many

24.06.2018, 15:08
Lake Ai-Kyol
Lakes

Lake Ai-Kyol

Moon Lake On the northern slope of the Turkestan Range lies Lake Ai-Köl, which translates to "moon lake." The area of the lake is 0.82 sq. km. It is located at an altitude of about 3000 m, surrounded by sheer cliffs and boulders, making access to the lake quite challenging. The shores of the lake are steep cliffs that cannot be approached, so it can only be glimpsed through small passes in the foothills. One of these passes offers a place to rest or camp for the night.

24.06.2018, 13:54
Lake Jasylyk-Kel
Lakes

Lake Jasylyk-Kel

Jasyl-Kel - "Emerald Lake". "Jasyl-Kol Lake - 'a diamond in a mountain setting' - is considered one of the most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the mountain systems of the Zailiysky and Kungoy Alatau! This lake is located in the western part of the Chelekokemin ridge, at the point where two large mountain ranges, Zailiysky Alatau and Kungoy Alatau, converge. An incredibly beautiful body of water that continuously changes its color throughout the day. The waters of the

24.06.2018, 12:18
Kyrgyzstan – a Full-Cycle Resort Zone
Climate

Kyrgyzstan – a Full-Cycle Resort Zone

There is a lot of sun in Kyrgyzstan. The average annual duration of sunshine here ranges from 2500 to 2700 hours (in Moscow - about 1000 hours). The peculiarities of Kyrgyzstan's climate are explained by the fact that the country is essentially located at the intersection of several climatic zones. Most of the territory is in a dry temperate zone, part of the foothills has a sharply continental climate, and the high-altitude areas have winter temperatures similar to those of the tundra.

23.12.2017, 04:55
Natural Useful Flora of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Natural Useful Flora of Kyrgyzstan

Groups of Useful Plant Species in Kyrgyzstan Currently, useful substances have been found not only in flowering plants but also in spore plants. According to S. Ya. Shostakovsky, simpler carbohydrates, proteins, resins, and wax are present in mosses, alkaloids in clubmosses, and toxic substances in algae; seed ferns contain oils, and lichens have lichen acids used in medicine. The study of spore-bearing higher plants, as well as algae, fungi, and lichens, will undoubtedly increase the number

17.09.2017, 23:00
Analysis of the Flora of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Analysis of the Flora of Kyrgyzstan

50% of the Flora of Kyrgyzstan Consists of the Largest Number of Useful Species Analyzing the distribution of useful species across families, we observe an interesting picture. Out of 115 families found in Kyrgyzstan, only 18 contain a more or less significant number of useful species (896). These same 18 families, in terms of the number of species (1720), make up almost 50% of the flora of Kyrgyzstan. Therefore, the families that are represented in Kyrgyzstan by numerous species also contain

17.09.2017, 22:00
In Kyrgyzstan, there are more than 1600 species of useful plants.
Flora

In Kyrgyzstan, there are more than 1600 species of useful plants.

The flora of Kyrgyzstan is remarkable for its many endemics When discussing the flora of the republic, it is important to note one feature. Of the 3786 species of flowering plants, only 215 are edifying dominants. They often make up 80-90% of the herbaceous and tree cover.

17.09.2017, 21:00
Wealth and Diversity of the Flora of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Wealth and Diversity of the Flora of Kyrgyzstan

The flora of Kyrgyzstan is rich and diverse. It is the sole source of plant raw materials for medicine, many sectors of agriculture, and industry. Therefore, the rational use of plant resources is one of the main problems of modern biology. As mentioned above, on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, which covers an area of 198,000 km², there are 3,786 species of higher flowering plants alone, not counting mosses, lichens, algae, fungi, and other plants that also contain useful substances. All this

17.09.2017, 20:00
Types of Insects Excluded from the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan
Arthropods

Types of Insects Excluded from the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan

Insect species excluded from the Red Data Book of Kyrgyzstan Insect species excluded from the Red Data Book of Kyrgyzstan / Кыргызстандын Кызыл кптебпнен чыгарылган курт-кумурскалардын турлёру

17.09.2017, 18:00
Types of Insects Listed in the 2004 IUCN RLTS Not Included in the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan
Arthropods

Types of Insects Listed in the 2004 IUCN RLTS Not Included in the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan

Insect species listed in the 2004 IUCN RLTS, not included in the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan 1. Chichyrkanak kuluk kaldyrkany - Hyles hippophaes (Esper, 1789) - Seathorn Hawk-moth (Lepidoptera order, Sphingidae family) According to the assessment conducted in 1996, it is included in the IUCN RLTS with the DD category [76]. The species is widely distributed, and its range is expanding [42, 50]. In Kyrgyzstan, it is represented by two subspecies, H. h. bienerti Staudinger, 1874 and H.

17.09.2017, 18:00
Wrapped Alpine Saw-wort
Fungi and higher plants

Wrapped Alpine Saw-wort

Wrapped Alpine Saw-wort Status: VU. Rare species. Found in Kyrgyzstan at the edge of its range. The species occurs in small numbers in limited areas and may quickly disappear.

16.09.2017, 17:00
Eugenia's Bell-flower
Fungi and higher plants

Eugenia's Bell-flower

Eugenia’s Bell-flower Status: VU. Endemic to the Western Tien Shan (Talas and Fergana Ranges). A decorative, beautiful flowering plant. Description. Perennial herbaceous plant. It has a woody, multi-headed, and branched rhizome, equipped with numerous short gray shoots covered with short scale-like remnants of dead leaf petioles, forming loose rosettes of leaves, some of which produce flowering stems. Stems are 10 - 15 cm tall, simple, thin, thread-like, slightly exceeding the basal leaves and

16.09.2017, 15:00
Great Spotted Woodpecker
Birds

Great Spotted Woodpecker

Great Spotted Woodpecker Status: VI, Near Threatened, NT: R. Kyrgyzstan is home to Dendrocopos major brevirostris1 (Reichenbach, 1854). There are 18 poorly differentiated subspecies known.

15.09.2017, 13:00