Uzbekistan: The Heart of the Silk Road Uzbekistan, a jewel of Central Asia, offers travellers a rich tapestry of history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. From the legendary cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva to the bustling capital of Tashkent, this guide will help you plan your trip. Learn about must-see attractions, logistics, and local …
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Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, Tajikistan is a treasure trove of natural wonders and cultural heritage. From the soaring Pamir Mountains to the remnants of the Silk Road, this guide will help you plan your adventure. Learn about must-see attractions, logistics, local cuisine, and how to prepare for your trip. Tajikistan at a …
Kyrgyzstan: Where Nomad Culture Meets Breathtaking Landscapes Discover the raw beauty of Kyrgyzstan, a country of towering mountains, pristine lakes, friendly peoples, and a vibrant nomadic culture. This destination guide will provide you with essential information for planning your trip to Kyrgyzstan, highlight must-see attractions, and recommend delicious food. Kyrgyzstan at a Glance Official Name: Kyrgyz …
Kazakhstan: Your Adventure Awaits in the Heart of Eurasia! Discover the unexpected beauty of Kazakhstan, a land where ancient nomadic traditions meet modern marvels, in this destination guide. From sweeping steppes to soaring mountains and futuristic cities, Kazakhstan offers a truly unique travel experience. Kazakhstan at a Glance: Official Name: Republic of Kazakhstan Capital: Astana …
A theme was starting to form on our trip — underestimating the roads in Kyrgyzstan during the planning process was proving problematic. Maps were/are wrong, and the rough roads were causing significant delays. Knowing we had a seven-hour journey ahead, we woke up very early to hit the road to Tash Rabat. We wanted to …
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One of the main reasons we wanted to visit the Stans was to drive the Pamir Highway. Looking at the cost to hire a driver in both Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, it became clear it would be a lot cheaper to rent our own car, and drive it ourselves. This is what it was like on …
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With a 7 AM Air Astana flight to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan we headed to the airport in Astana. After our initial flight delay, we made it from Astana to Almaty in time for our connecting flight to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. While waiting at the gate, we noticed one of the gate attendants had a bit of an …
History has interested me for as long as I can remember. How the human race has committed atrocities, and how we learn from the mistakes of others. How people are able to rise up against the odds, and prevail. KarLag is an example of one of these atrocities. What was KarLag? KarLag (short for Karaganda …
If you are going to check out nature’s attractions, I recommend looking up what the sight will actually look like in that season. We learned out the hard way that Big Almaty Lake was in the middle of snowy mountains after we got stuck in the snow heading to view Big Almaty Lake in March. …
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When most Westerners hear Kazakhstan, they think Borat (very nice, I like—hopefully you read that in a Borat voice). Borat was filmed in Romania rather than Kazakhstan and Sasha Baron Cohen’s character speaks Hebrew, not Kazakh. Safe to say the portrayal of Kazakhstan in the movie is very different than real life. All Borat aside, …
Nothing says relaxing vacation like driving a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder across unknown territory, avoiding potholes, sheep, and a tumble over the side of a mountain. These are some of the issues I encountered while self-driving in central asia. Before deciding to rent a car, and drive the Pamir Highway, I heavily researched the options. We …
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