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Kazakhstan Travel Facts

The Basics
Country: Kazakhstan

Where is it?: Kazakhstan is in central Asia, northwest of China.

Why do people go here?: I f you want to see how the then Soviet Union failed with its community experiment, then Kazakhstan is the place to see. Don’t expect much – expect nothing!

What are the main entry [...]

Kyrgyzstan Travel Facts

The Basics
Country: Kyrgyzstan
 
Where is it?: Kyrgyzstan is in central Asia, west of China.
 
Why do people go here?: If you want to see true traditional Cental Asia, then this is the place to start.
 
What are the main entry points?: A few flights land in Bishkek although they are sometimes difficult to find. The best way to [...]

Tajikistan Travel Facts

The Basics
Country: Tajikistan

Where is it?: Tajikistan is in central Asia, west of China.

Why do people go here?: Most true hardcore mountain lovers come to Tajikistan to check out some of the biggest peaks in the world.

What are the main entry points?: Most travelers reach Tajikistan from flights for [...]

Turkmenistan Travel Facts

The Basics
Country: Turkmenistan

Where is it?: Turkmenistan is central Asia, bordering the Caspian Sea, between Iran and Kazakhstan

Why do people go here?: Few people make it to the remote Turkmenistan, since much of it are barren and isolated. However, if you want to see real nomadic culture, this is where you [...]

Uzbekistan Travel Facts

The Basics
Country: Uzbekistan

Where is it?: Uzbekistan is central Asia, north of Afghanistan.

Why do people go here?: Although it offers the famous silk road and could be a huge tourist draw, Uzbekistan is a nightmare for independent travelers, as the state run tourism agencies controls your entire experience. If you can [...]