Local news / Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul is Being Saved: New Treatment Facilities in Balakchy and Plans for Cholpon-Ata

Photo 24.kg. Treatment facilities in the city of Balakchy The ecological situation around Lake Issyk-Kul, known as the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, has been threatened for several years due to wastewater pollution and the spread of algae. In response to this problem, a project called "Issyk-Kul Wastewater Management" has been launched in the country. Positive changes can already be observed: the number of subscribers connected to the central sewage system in Balakchy has increased from 30 to

03.12.2025, 12:17

Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul PES Summarizes the Results of Reconstruction and Modernization for 2025

- The Issyk-Kul Electric Networks Enterprise of JSC "NESC" summarizes its work on reconstruction and modernization for the year 2025. The press service of the IPEES-JSC "NESC" reports this. Implemented projects:

28.11.2025, 13:54

Industry / Issyk-Kul Region

The Industry of Kyrgyzstan Grew in Almost All Regions: Chui is the Leader, Issyk-Kul Declined Due to Kumtor - Chart

- According to information from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, all regions of the republic showed growth in industrial production, except for the Issyk-Kul region. The leader in terms of production volume is the Chui region, where goods worth approximately 267 billion soms were produced, which is 10.8% more than last year. The Chui region accounts for 45% of the total industrial output of the country.

17.11.2025, 16:52

Local news / Issyk-Kul Region / Exclusive

The Issyk-Kul Electric Network Enterprise has completed preparations for the heating season.

The Issyk-Kul Electric Networks Enterprise has successfully completed the preparatory activities for the autumn-winter season of 2025–2026 as part of the Ministry of Energy's program aimed at enhancing the reliability of electricity supply. During the preparations, scheduled technical and repair works were carried out at various energy facilities, including power transmission lines and transformer substations. The main objective was to ensure stable and reliable electricity supply for the

14.11.2025, 09:05

Issyk-Kul Region / Exclusive

Life in the Regions: Issyk-Kul Para-Athlete Adina Samybek kyzy Throws Discs and Shot Puts

The story of Adina Samybek kyzy, who, despite difficulties, has achieved success in sports, is told by a correspondent from Turmush. Adina, born with disabilities, actively participates in para athletics and dances in the "Tumar" group at the Kant Sports School. Her achievements in competitions inspire many. She also gained unique experience by volunteering in Germany for a year and a half thanks to a special project.

10.11.2025, 22:51

Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul and Lake Kara-Kamysh. Photos and videos from 24.kg readers

As part of the "Moments of Life" section, we present works from our readers at 24.kg, who are passionate about traveling around Kyrgyzstan and capturing their impressions through photos and videos. First, we will visit the Botanical Garden in Bishkek, after which we will head to Issyk-Kul, explore several interesting places along its shores, and take a stroll around the city of Osh. We will start our journey with Nikolai Manakovsky, who will guide us through the Botanical Garden in

02.11.2025, 18:54

Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul and Lake Kara-Kamysh. Photos and videos from readers of 24.kg

In our new section "Moments of Life," we present works by authors and readers of 24.kg who are passionate about traveling around Kyrgyzstan and love to share their photos and videos. We will start with the Botanical Garden in Bishkek, then head to Issyk-Kul, where we will visit many picturesque places, enjoy views of Lake Sary-Kamysh, and stroll around the Osh region. With Nikolai Manakovsky, we will go to the Botanical Garden to admire the blooming plants.

02.11.2025, 16:22

Sights of Issyk-Kul

Issyk-Kul Open-Air Museum

OPEN-AIR MUSEUM The land of Issyk-Kul is rich not only in legends and myths of the past. A vivid example of this is the open-air museum on the northern outskirts of Cholpon-Ata. The "exhibits" consist of about 900 stones with petroglyphs. The drawings mainly depict goats with spiral horns curled back. Some clearly show sacrificial animals and figures of camels led by caravan drivers. The scenes of hunting and games-competitions are interesting and diverse — there are horsemen in

24.12.2019, 22:52

Sights of Issyk-Kul

Attractions of the Issyk-Kul Region

Historical and Cultural Monuments of the City of Karakol Attractions of the Southern Shore of Issyk-Kul and Terskey Ala-Too Attractions of the Northern Shore of Lake Issyk-Kul and Kungay Ala-Too Sunken Cities and Lake Issyk-Kul

17.03.2014, 16:08

Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul Region

The Issyk-Kul Region is located in the eastern part of Kyrgyzstan. It was established on November 21, 1939, and after several reorganizations, it was officially confirmed in its current form on December 14, 1990. To the north and northeast, the region borders Kazakhstan; to the east and southeast, it borders China; to the west and southwest, it borders the Naryn Region; and to the northwest, it borders the Chui Region. The area of the region is 43.1 thousand square kilometers (21.6% of the

04.02.2014, 16:03