Kyrgyzstan - Wikipedia
WEBKyrgyzstan's topography On the southern shore of Issyk Kul lake, Issyk Kul Region. Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordering Kazakhstan, China, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. It lies between latitudes …
Kyrgyzstan | People, Language, & History | Britannica
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Kyrgyzstan, mountainous country of Central Asia. Once a constituent republic of the Soviet Union, the country became independent in 1991. It is home to the Kyrgyz, a Muslim Turkic people who constitute nearly three-fourths of the population, as well as several minority groups, including a sizeable Uzbek population.
Kyrgyzstan - The World Factbook
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Kyrgyzstan is a Central Asian country of incredible natural beauty and proud nomadic traditions. The Russian Empire annexed most of the territory of present-day Kyrgyzstan in 1876. The Kyrgyz staged a major revolt against the Tsarist Empire in 1916, during which almost one-sixth of the Kyrgyz population was killed.
Kyrgyzstan country profile - BBC News
WEBMar 24, 2023 · Provides overview of Kyrgyzstan, including key dates and facts about this central Asian country.
A first-timer's guide to Kyrgyzstan - Lonely Planet
WEBMay 24, 2024 · Formally the Kyrgyz Republic, to everyone but the suits in parliament, this country is called Kyrgyzstan. With tips on transportation, packing, budgeting and things to do when you're there for the best experience, plan your visit to Kyrgyzstan with our guide.
Kyrgyzstan Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBNov 13, 2023 · Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked mountainous country in Central Asia. It is located in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres of the Earth. It is bordered by four nations; Kazakhstan in the north, Uzbekistan in the west and southwest, Tajikistan in the southwest and China in the east.
History of Kyrgyzstan - Wikipedia
WEBBurana Tower in Balasagun (11th century). The history of the Kyrgyz people and the land now called Kyrgyzstan goes back more than 3,000 years. Although geographically isolated by its mountainous location, it had an important …