10 Things to Keep in Mind While Travelling in Kyrgyzstan

Please respect local people’s traditions, culture and religion. When entering a home, do not forget to take your shoes off. Do not smoke in homes. Inform your host about your meal preferences. Always ask before photographing people and try to establish friendly contact before shooting. Wear hiking shoes or boots, as trails are slippery and stony. Bring warm clothes and a raincoat. Weather in jailoo (pasture) may be rainy and cold, even in summertime. Always have a flashlights, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Use your head! Drinking alcohol while hiking is unsafe! Carry a plastic bag for litter. Pack up all non-biodegradable rubbish. Please do not drop cigarette butts or candy wrappers. High altitude vegetation is frail; avoid trampling and picking plants or flowers in quantity. Leave only footprints, take only photos!