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Another Terrible Car Accident in Bishkek Involving Schoolchildren (Caution, Photo!)

Six schoolchildren were injured as a result of a road traffic incident in Bishkek. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Patrol Police Department. The accident occurred early in the morning, around 01:30, on Osmonkul Street. The driver, whose identity has not yet been established, lost control of a Hyundai Sonata, causing the car to crash into a transformer and then into the fence of a private house.

30.10.2025, 15:51
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Busan. Photos
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Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Busan. Photos

Photo Reuters. Today, October 30, an important meeting took place between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping as part of the APEC summit in Busan, according to media reports. This is their first in-person contact since 2019. Photo Reuters. Photo Reuters. Trump, while welcoming Xi Jinping, noted his strong qualities as a negotiator, while the Chinese leader emphasized the importance of partnership between the two countries.

30.10.2025, 08:40
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The state returned lands in the Chuy region (photos, videos)

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the return of 226 hectares of land in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region. These plots were illegally removed from municipal ownership between 1992 and 1994 and were used by local residents. According to the agency, the return of this land to the State Fund for Agricultural Lands will create opportunities for increasing the areas cultivated by local farmers, which, in turn, will contribute to improving food

28.10.2025, 14:17
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The guy was brutally beaten, while the attackers were released (warning, photo, video)

Chyngyz S. from Kant contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies. He reported that he was brutally beaten and sustained serious injuries. "They broke my jaw in three places, knocked out my teeth, and tore my lip, which required nine stitches," he said. According to him, one of the attackers was released, while the other two, as Chyngyz claims, are trying to evade criminal responsibility.

28.10.2025, 11:18
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At a gas station in the suburbs of Bishkek, an armored car driver was robbed. Photo

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the cashier A. K. became a victim of an attack at a gas station in the village of Petrovka. The incident occurred on October 18 at around 4:30 AM. According to the victim, several assailants wearing medical masks attacked him, using pepper spray. As a result of the attack, two bags were stolen from him, after which the assailants fled the scene. During the investigation, the suspects were arrested: S.

27.10.2025, 11:37
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The II International Forum of Youth of the Turkic World Took Place in Bishkek. Photos

The II International Forum of Youth of the Turkic World was held at the Kyrgyz National University, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. About 200 young people from various countries, including Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan, participated in the forum. The event featured prominent figures such as the Secretary General of TURKSOY Sultan Raev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the Ambassador of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan Mekin

25.10.2025, 10:13
The most beautiful, talented, and brave girls from Kyrgyzstan
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The most beautiful, talented, and brave girls from Kyrgyzstan

Beauties of Kyrgyzstan World stars are not shy about posting makeup-free photos on social media, and during photoshoots, they request that their images not be overly retouched. Our beauties keep up with their foreign counterparts and also share makeup-free pictures with their fans. Here are selected photographs of Kyrgyz singers, actresses, and models without makeup. Through these images on social media, they demonstrate confidence and natural beauty. They are magnificent! As one satirist

01.10.2020, 14:01
Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City was Renamed to Frunze. Part - 2
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Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City was Renamed to Frunze. Part - 2

The district paramedic of Pishpek, Ivan Ivanovich Pervakov with his family, 1903. From left to right: Georgy, Nikolai, Ivan Ivanovich Pervakov, Pervakov's wife (name unknown), holding Klavdiya, followed by Evdokiya and Ksenia. The date of the photo is confirmed - October 23, 1903. Ksenia's daughter and granddaughter are hereditary doctors - ophthalmologists, living in Tashkent. Historical Figures of Pishpek Dedicated to Dr. Andrey Nikolayevich Denisov, who did so much for the

14.02.2020, 09:00
Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City Was Renamed to Frunze. Part 1
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Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City Was Renamed to Frunze. Part 1

Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the Renaming of the City to Frunze. Dedicated to Dr. Andrey Nikolaevich Denisov, who has done so much for the restoration of historical photographs of the city of Pishpek-Frunze-Bishkek. Many photographs are accompanied by comments from V.G. Petrov. Parents of Mikhail Vasilyevich Frunze. The first professional artist of Kyrgyzstan, cartographer and teacher of Semen Chuykov, N.G. Kludov.

13.02.2020, 15:00
A Photographer from Holland Published Photos of Unique Places on the Southern Shore of Lake Issyk-Kul
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A Photographer from Holland Published Photos of Unique Places on the Southern Shore of Lake Issyk-Kul

Albert Dros — "I recently discovered Kyrgyzstan" Photographer from the Netherlands — 33-year-old Albert Dros published photos of unique places on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul on his Facebook page. Together with a film crew, he was shooting a documentary for CNN, which will be released in April. Albert Dros is a recipient of many awards in the field of photography. His works have been published in National Geographic, Times, and others.

26.08.2019, 22:37
The Beauties of Kyrgyzstan
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The Beauties of Kyrgyzstan

html Kyrgyzstan is one of the most beautiful places on earth, With its pristine nature, it has everything: the beauty of mountains with powerful trees, mountain streams with crystal-clear waters where trout can be found, walnut forests, the stunning Issyk-Kul Lake, and many lakes high in the mountains. There is so much to list, and all of this is close to the cities of mountainous Kyrgyzstan.

01.07.2019, 08:44
Old Osh
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Old Osh

Osh city. Mosque. Mosque at the foot of Mount Takht-i-Suleiman, built by the son of Abdurrahman Otabochcha. 1899. Osh city. Neighborhood by the river. 1900s. Osh city. Craftsman producing silk. 1900s. Osh city. Craftsmen producing clay dishes. 1900s. Osh city. Market for selling flour and grains. 1900s. Osh city. Khujra "TAKHT-I SULEIMAN" Osh city. Khujra before destruction Osh city. Livestock market, 1899 Osh city. City market, 1906 Osh city. Entrance to the city, 1906 Osh city.

17.03.2018, 19:01
Toguz Bulak Ski Resort
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Toguz Bulak Ski Resort

The Toguz Bulak ski resort is located at an altitude of 2300 meters above sea level, 44 km from the city of Bishkek and 8 km from the Issyk-Ata resort. The base was founded in 1978. In 2003, after a long period of inactivity, the Toguz Bulak base was reborn; it was completely renovated. In 2005, a chairlift was built and put into operation.

15.02.2016, 11:18
Arslanbob – the "Earthly Paradise" of Kyrgyzstan
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Arslanbob – the "Earthly Paradise" of Kyrgyzstan

Extensive areas of fruit and nut forests in the Arslanbob valley are the largest in the world. The forest area exceeds 600,000 hectares, and Arslanbob itself is located at an altitude of 1,700 meters above sea level. Locals tell a legend that Alexander the Great once led his troops to these lands while returning from his campaign to the East. Leaving this amazing land, he took with him fruits and nuts from the local forests to Greece. Thus, Kyrgyz nuts made their way to Greece, where they

15.02.2016, 10:35
Ski Resort "Polytech"
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Ski Resort "Polytech"

The ski base "Politekh" is located near the city of Bishkek in the Alamudun district. The base is situated in the Kashka-Suu gorge. You can reach "Politekh" from Bishkek in half an hour by car – only 27 kilometers separate you from the best ski slopes. The highest point of the base is at an altitude of 2250 meters above sea level. Here, active leisure enthusiasts have three slopes at their disposal. They vary in difficulty and are intended for people with different skill

15.02.2016, 10:16
Ski Resort "Karion-ZiL"
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Ski Resort "Karion-ZiL"

Clean air, unique mountain landscapes – all this makes Kyrgyzstan attractive for winter recreation at ski resorts. One of the appealing ski resorts is ZiL, located 35 km from the city of Bishkek, which is its incomparable advantage.

04.01.2016, 00:52
Ski Hotel "Ak-Tash"
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Ski Hotel "Ak-Tash"

The ski hotel "Ak-Tash" is located 30 km from Bishkek at an altitude of 2100 m above sea level in the beautiful area of the "Oruu-Sai" gorge, where juniper forests are situated. Majestic mountains, mountain rivers, numerous spring sources, an abundance of waterfalls, cliffs, and gorges.

07.12.2015, 23:15
Ski Resort "Ski-Tatyr"
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Ski Resort "Ski-Tatyr"

The ski resort "Ski-Tatyr" is a unique new base primarily focused on children and beginners in skiing. Magnificent gentle wide slopes, friendly and professional staff, as well as an atmosphere of joy and fun are the distinctive features of the resort that will help you master the serious science of skiing in a short time.

07.12.2015, 16:47
Ski Resort "Oruu-sai"
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Ski Resort "Oruu-sai"

The ski resort "Oruu-Sai" is located in the eponymous gorge at an altitude of 2100 meters, 35 km from Bishkek. The highest point is 3000 meters, with a height difference ranging from 300 to 900 meters. The territory of the Oruu-Sai ski resort features 3 ski lifts of varying difficulty and length. The length of the first slope is 1000 meters, with an average level of difficulty. The second slope is 800 meters long, while the third is 850 meters, designed for extreme sports enthusiasts.

07.12.2015, 15:36
Ski Resort "Kashka-Suu"
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Ski Resort "Kashka-Suu"

The Kashka-Suu ski base is located at an altitude of 2000 meters, 35 km from the city of Bishkek, in the beautiful Oruu-Sai gorge. To reach the Kashka-Suu base, you need to drive along the road leading to the Ala-Archa Nature Park, and after the village of Kashka-Suu, you will need to turn onto the road leading to the Oruu-Sai ski base. The ski base offers a magnificent panorama of the Chui Valley and the Kyrgyz Ridge. Clean mountain air, well-groomed slopes, new experiences, and acquaintances

07.12.2015, 00:19
Orlovka Ski Resort
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Orlovka Ski Resort

Orlovka was established by a group of enthusiasts in 1984. Today, it is a well-equipped winter resort that boasts the only snow cannons in Central Asia. Therefore, with temperatures below zero, there is always snow. The resort features 9 slopes of varying lengths and difficulties. The lengths of the slopes range from 150 to 2890 meters, with elevation differences from 30 to 590 meters. There are 3 ski lifts, two of which are chairlifts. The lift slopes range from 150 to 900 meters, with

06.12.2015, 22:51
Ski Resort "Karokol"
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Ski Resort "Karokol"

Over 20 km of trails can satisfy both experienced skiers and those conquering mountain slopes for the first time. There is plenty of space for freeride enthusiasts as well as for those who prefer to ski on well-groomed trails. From the panoramic peak at 3040 m above sea level, views open up to the nearby five-thousanders and the high-altitude Issyk-Kul Lake.

05.12.2015, 22:49
Ancient Smelting Furnaces of the Shadymir Area (Photo by Vlad Ushakov)
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Ancient Smelting Furnaces of the Shadymir Area (Photo by Vlad Ushakov)

In the Batken region, a few kilometers west of the village of Samarkandyk, in the Shadymir area of the Sary-Tuu massif, lead and iron mining was actively conducted in the VI-IX centuries. Ancient smelting furnaces were discovered 8-10 km to the northeast. One of them has been completely preserved, as evidenced by the presence of several air holes, so-called "blowholes," and the remaining slag from ore smelting. This suggests that iron ore was smelted here, rather than the silver ore

10.06.2015, 10:11