Bishkek - Wikipedia
WebBishkek (Kyrgyz: Бишкек, IPA:; Russian: Бишкек), formerly Pishpek and Frunze, is the capital and largest city of Kyrgyzstan. Bishkek is also the administrative centre of the Chüy Region. The region surrounds the city, although the city itself is not part of the region but rather a region-level unit of Kyrgyzstan. Bishkek is ...
Bishkek | Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WebApr 13, 2024 · Bishkek, city and capital of Kyrgyzstan. It lies in the Chu River valley near the Kyrgyz Mountains at an elevation of 2,500–3,000 feet (750–900 meters). Bishkek is situated along the Alaarcha and Alamedin rivers and is intersected in the north by the Bolshoy (Great) Chuysky Canal.
Kyrgyzstan - Wikipedia
WebKyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. Bishkek is the capital and largest city of the country. Kyrgyzstan is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast.
Kyrgyzstan | People, Language, & History | Britannica
WebMay 18, 2024 · Head Of State And Government: President: Sadyr Japarov, assisted by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers: Akylbek Japarov. (Show more) Capital: Bishkek. Population: (2024 est.) 7,254,000. Form Of Government: republic with one legislative house (Jogorku Kenesh, or Supreme Council [90]) Official Languages: Kyrgyz; Russian. Recent …
Bishkek - Guide with all the best Bishkek destinations and sights
WebDec 15, 2022 · Formerly Pishpek, then Frunze and since 1991 Bishkek (in Kyrgyz a stick to stir the mare’s milk), is the largest city and the capital of Kyrgyz Republic and is located just north from the high snow capped peaks of Ala-Too range that are part of the Tien Shan mountains. The mountains can be also seen from almost everywhere in the city by just ...
Kyrgyzstan country profile - BBC News
WebMar 24, 2023 · Capital: Bishkek. Area: 199,951 sq km. Population: 7 million. Languages: Kyrgyz, Russian, plus Uzbek, Uyghur, Kipchak. Life expectancy: 67 years (men) 76 years (women) LEADER. President: Sadyr...
Bishkek - Wikiwand
WebBishkek ( Kyrgyz: Бишкек, IPA: [ biʃˈkek]; Russian: Бишкек ), formerly Pishpek and Frunze, is the capital and largest city of Kyrgyzstan. Bishkek is also the administrative centre of the Chüy Region. The region surrounds the city, although the city itself is not part of the region but rather a region-level unit of Kyrgyzstan.
Bishkek - Visit Kyrgyz
WebVisit Kyrgyz. Bishkek is a city where mountains are visible from any point. They encircle the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic from the south and you can get to them in just half an hour. Here are the Ala-Archa and Alamedin gorges with mountain rivers, glaciers, waterfalls and …
Bishkek City: History and Map | Discover Kyrgyzstan
WebWelcome to Bishkek, a captivating destination in Kyrgyzstan that offers a wealth of cultural and historical attractions.
Bishkek - Kyrgyzstan Tours & Unique Sightseeing Day Trips
WebBishkek is the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic. Its political, economic and cultural center. The city located at Chuy region, at the slopes of the Kyrgyz Range, at about 700-900 meters above sea level, 25 km near to the Kazakh Border. From Bishkek to Almaty takes 250 km, 3 hours of driving.
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