Issyk Kul and the Tian Shan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Issyk Kul and the Tian Shan

The region's shimmeringIssyk Kullake and the toweringTian Shanmountains are two of the biggest draws for travelers inKyrgyzstan, and they dominate the views over this portion of the country. The Tian Shan mountain range is part of theGreater Himalayacomplex of mountains, running north from thePamir Knotnearly 3,000 Km to aroundUrumqi. The borders between China and various Central Asian countries run along the Tian Shan for much of its length.

Top Attractions in Issyk Kul and the Tian Shan

Explore the best things to see and do in Issyk Kul and the Tian Shan:

• ★Grigorievskoe Trail

Issyk Kul and the Tian Shan Travel Guide Sections

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