A VISIT TO KYRGYZSTAN

Surrounded by towering, Ice covered peaks, Kyrgyzstan is nestled in Central Asia and is bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China.

A VISIT TO KYRGYZSTAN
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A VISIT TO KYRGYZSTAN
Surrounded by towering, Ice covered peaks, Kyrgyzstan is nestled in Central Asia and is bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China.

Mountains cover nearly 90% of the country. Kyrgyzstan boasts the highest point of the Tian above sea level. Forest cover about 4% of the landmass of the country. It’s therefore noteworthy that one of the planet’s largest natural growth walnut forests is found in Kyrgyzstan.

Hospitality and respect are well known traits of the Kyrgyz people. It’s proper to use the polite form of “you” when addressing someone older and to offer him or her your seat on public transport and also at the table.

Families commonly have three or more children, the youngest son usually stays with his parents, even after marriage and also look after them throughout their old age.

From a young age, girls are taught the practical skills needed to be good housewives. By the middle teens they are fully capable of running a household. A dowry is usually prepared for the bride, this may consist of bedding of all sorts, a variety of clothing and a handmade carpet. The groom pays a bride price in money and livestock.

During celebrations and funerals, a sheep or a horse is slaughtered. It’s divided into parts and every parts is specially designated for a specific person depending on the age and position of the guests, each one is given his or her portion according to their age. Then rhe national dish, beshbarmak is served its eaten with bare hands.