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The capital of Kyrgyzstan has a population of just under one million. The city developed in the early 19th century when the Kokand Khanate created a fortress on this site.

By 1864 the Russians had captured the fortress and in 1878, founded the city of Bishkek. Modern Bishkek is a city of wide boulevards and marble-faced public buildings combined with numerous Soviet-style apartment blocks, laid out on a grid pattern. At the heart of the city lies Ala-Too Square, a monumental open area built in 1984 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Soviet Era.

Today the square serves as a site for state events. Its main centrepiece is a statue of the mythical Kyrgyz hero Manas, built to celebrate the 20th anniversary of independence. The city is close to the Ala-Too mountains and Ala Archa National Park, with their glaciers and magnificent wildlife trails.

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Bishkek offers a wealth of wonderful sights and experiences. What better way to explore them than on a Wendy Wu tour?

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Things To See In Bishkek

No trip to Bishkek would be complete without seeing one of the wonders listed below.

  • Eagle Hunting

    Eagle Hunting

    Witness a unique tradition stretching back thousands of years. Hunting with Golden Eagles!
  • Tash Rabat Caravanserai

    Tash Rabat Caravanserai

    Beautifully located and well-preserved 15th century caravanserai set among sweeping meadows and scree covered mountains,

Bishkek at a Glance

We all enjoy a good fact or two - here are a few useful ones about Bishkek:

Bishkek Climate

Month
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Jan
  • -7
    3
    -2
  • 26
  • Feb
  • -5
    5
    0
  • 35
  • Mar
  • 0
    11
    6
  • 55
  • Apr
  • 6
    18
    12
  • 67
  • May
  • 11
    24
    17
  • 61
  • Jun
  • 16
    29
    22
  • 34
  • Jul
  • 18
    32
    25
  • 21
  • Aug
  • 16
    31
    24
  • 13
  • Sep
  • 11
    26
    18
  • 19
  • Oct
  • 5
    18
    11
  • 45
  • Nov
  • 0
    11
    5
  • 42
  • Dec
  • -5
    5
    0
  • 35

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