Kyrgyzstan
A small red bridge towards the end of Boom Canyon (en route to Issyk-K枚l) leads to the impressive desert landscapes and red-rock cliffs of Suluu-Terek. Pack lots of water in summer, as it gets quite hot and there's very little shade, but in winter the generally snow-free canyon makes an excellent alternative to a ski day.
Any transportation between Chuy and Issyk-K枚l can drop you off here, though it may be slightly harder to find a ride back if minibuses are full.
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Kochkor's town livestock market is open on Saturday mornings. Some will find the conditions here exotic, others distressing.
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If you have time to kill you could peruse the small regional museum with its yurt, collection of local Kyrgyz crafts, plus displays on Soviet-era local鈥
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In front of the regional government building, this silver-painted Lenin statue catches the eye.
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If you have time to kill you could peruse the small regional museum with its yurt, collection of local Kyrgyz crafts, plus displays on Soviet-era local鈥
26.79 MILES
In front of the regional government building, this silver-painted Lenin statue catches the eye.
26.98 MILES
Kochkor's town livestock market is open on Saturday mornings. Some will find the conditions here exotic, others distressing.