The 4 most beautiful national parks in Kyrgyzstan that you must visit

That Kyrgyzstan has an incredible amount to offer is known to many travelers by now. A little less known are the breathtaking national parks of the country. In this article we want to tell you more about the 4 most beautiful national parks of Kyrgyzstan and show you why it is worth to explore the beauty of nature there.

Ala Acha National Park

Probably the most famous national park in Kyrgyzstan is located about 40 kilometers south of the country's capital Bishkek. The area where this park is located is called Chüi. Chüi is one of the seven administrative regions of the country and also the northernmost area. Translated, the name of the Ala Acha National Park means something like "many-colored juniper". The Ala-Acha National Park was built in 1976.

The terrain ranges from an altitude of around 1,500 meters to an elevation of around 4,900 meters. The breathtaking mountain landscape offers everything from small hills to medium glaciers. The flora and fauna also know how to impress. If you add up all the plant and animal species, you'll come up with around 970 different species that can be found in the park. Some highlights of the animal world are the Siberian ibex, the Siberian deer, the wolf, the lynx as well as the extremely rare snow leopard. If you are in Bishkek, you should definitely find the time to visit the unique Ala-Acha National Park.

Salkyn Gate National Park

Salkyn Gate National Park is located in the Naryn region. Thus, this national park is located in the largest region of the country. You can easily reach the park from the city of the same name Naryn. The nature of Salkyn Gate National Park is very impressive. In particular, it is characterized by vast mountain landscapes and forests. Accordingly, you can imagine the flora and fauna here. This national park can be used for a relaxed picnic or even for longer hikes. Especially for plants Salkyn Gate is a real paradise. Over 1,800 species have already been counted here.

Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve

In the western Jalal-Abad region you can find the Sary-Chelek Nature Reserve. This park was established in 1959 to protect the local nature. In 1978, this area was also protected by the UNESCO declared biosphere reserve, so it enjoys special protection. The peculiarity of Sary-Chelek Nature Reserve is that in its center there are 6 small lakes. The Kylaa-Kel, Aram-Kel, Cheychek-Kol, Bakaly-Kel, and Chacha-Kel and the Lake Sary-Chelek. The view of the water from the shores of the lakes is always breathtaking. Thus, this destination is an absolute highlight and still an insider tip for many travelers. Many who have been there report about incredibly clear water and great hiking trails.

Chong Kemin

In Chong Kemin National Park you have the opportunity to discover and experience nature in a very special way. You can explore the park on the back of a horse. This is especially interesting because the park is very extensive and fascinates with its unique nature. In Chong Kemin you can admire very different landscapes. These range from semi-desert steppes to white glaciers. The park is located east of the capital Bishkek and can be easily reached by car. If you have the opportunity to come here, you should definitely take it - a must-see!

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