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29 May 2023

Teskei Geopark in Issyk Kul region

By working together, Nomad's Land and Geopark Teskei can create a synergistic relationship that promotes sustainable tourism, conserves natural and cultural heritage, and benefits both the local communities and visitors. This collaboration allows for a responsible and enriching tourism experience while supporting the long-term preservation of the Geopark's unique features.

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Samuel Maret

16 May 2023

"The Valley of Balls" - the unsolved mystery of Mangistau

"The Valley of Spheres" in Mangistau, Kazakhstan, remains one of the most mysterious and little-studied archaeological finds in the world. Many questions surround these strange stone spheres, and researchers continue to try to unravel their mystery.

Aisulu Noruzbaeva

14 May 2023

Top 5 places to visit in Termez

Termez is a city in the center of Surkhandarya province in southern Uzbekistan, located on the right bank of the Amu Darya River, where it flows into the Surkhandarya River. This town is close to the border with Afghanistan, and along the road leading to Termez you can see a fence, a strip of trees, a neutral strip, and the majestic Amu Darya River, beyond which is Afghanistan. Termez is famous for its sincere people, chic pomegranates and a whole lamb roasted in a tandoor with juniper branches. If you visit this city, it is definitely worth seeing its main attractions.

Aisulu Noruzbaeva

15 March 2023

Turkmenistan reopens its borders

We are pleased to announce that the borders of Turkmenistan are open to tourists. The State Migration Authority of Turkmenistan has started accepting applications from us for invitations for our guests. The procedure for obtaining a visa remains practically the same, except for some innovations.

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Samuel Maret

7 March 2023

Peak Skobelev

Skobelev Peak (Skobolev) is located at 5051 meters above sea level. It is definitely the highest peak in the Alayski Range. Access is easy from Suu Kashka Valley, and the ascent is technically not difficult. In 2016, with Nomad Land, a group of young climbers (aged 16) completed the ascent, a first for such a young team.

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Victor Pillonel

3 March 2023

Destination Jeti Oguz

The new Jeti Oguz District Tourism Association was created on 2nd of March 2023 with the support of Nomad's Land Ecotourism Development Company and the Mountain Cluster Association of Kyrgyzstan.

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Samuel Maret

7 February 2023

Tushoo kesuu - rite of cutting the bonds

Tushoo kesuu is one of the most ancient Kyrgyz family traditions that has survived to this day. Tushoo kesuu is performed when a child turns one year old, when he starts taking his first steps. Since ancient times, it was believed that parents must conduct this ceremony so that the child stands firmly on his feet and he will have a happy future.
On this day, a big feast is organized with magnificent tables, and many guests are invited.

 

The ritual process:

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Aigul Kanatbekovna

24 January 2023

Village Monde / Vaolo

Launched by the Village Monde Foundation, Vaolo is a collaborative platform for impact-minded travellers that aims to build a worldwide library of positive travel experiences evaluated by its community of explorers and partners according to its evaluation criteria. Already in 71 countries, in 2023 the young company is energizing more than 2,500 accommodations and offers more than 6,500 thematic experiences in 2-night + 1 activity format.

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Samuel Maret

11 January 2023

Snow Report Kyrgyzstan - www.snowreport.kg

As part of winter tourism development projects, we have implemented a new presentation tool for ski resorts in Kyrgyzstan and avalanche risk prevention.

Stay informed and safe with real-time snow reports and updated information on ski resorts, accommodations, opening hours, prices, ski lift facilities and avalanche risks in Kyrgyzstan.

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Samuel Maret

15 November 2022

The Juku valley

The Juku Gorge (Jukku, Zhuuku or Zaouka) is the longest gorge in the Terskei AlaToo range, famous for its varied nature, its beautiful views and its vast expanse. It is located on the southern coast of Lake Issyk-Kul where the waters flow, 40 kilometers from the city of Karakol. The three main tributaries are the rivers Ashu Kashka Suu, Dongouromé and Jukutchak, known for its hot springs.

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Samuel Maret

14 October 2022

1000 km of Unknown

Discover Kyrgyzstan in traveler mode from 1900. Alexis Lopez goes on the trail of Ella Maillart and tells us the first part of his adventure.

 

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Samuel Maret

31 August 2022

Chaïkhana Kori Navruz Palace, the world's biggest tea house

Still little known outside Tajikistan, the new Chaikhana of Dushanbe is a huge luxurious complex 120 meters wide and long. "chaikhana" translates from Persian to "tea house". It is possible that this new "tea house" was built in order to replace the popular Chaïkhana Rohat on Rudaki Avenue, much more visited by tourists and which would not ultimately be destroyed.

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Samuel Maret

17 June 2022

Nuts from Arslanbob

Arslanbob (Kyrgyz: Арстанбап; Russian: Арсланбоб; Uzbek: Arslanbob) is a village, valley, mountain range, and a large wild walnut forest in the Jalal-Abad Region of Kyrgyzstan. Kyrgyzstan's first known export to Europe was the Arslanbob walnut. Two waterfalls are located in the area which attract tourists, expats and pilgrims, skiers and other whole year round.

The population of Arslanbob is from 15 to 25 thousand of people (depending on source). Most of the population are Uzbek, and less than 5% is Kyrgyz, Russian, Tatar, Tajik, Chechen etc… 

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Samuel Maret

8 June 2022

All restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic have been lifted for all  arriving in Uzbekistan

According to the decision of the Republican Special Commission, from June 10, 2022, temporary restrictions related to the coronavirus will be lifted on entering Uzbekistan by air, border stations and border checkpoints.

In this regard, the rules requiring foreign tourists to provide a negative PCR test result for coronavirus, a rapid test for coronavirus antigens and a vaccination certificate or passport are canceled.

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Baktygul Kadyrbekova

1 June 2022

Street art in art: The most famous works and the best representatives of style

Street arteries can be compared to futurists who created new art by protesting propaganda and academism. Street artists also blur the lines between professional and non-professional art. And the good of street art in Kyrgyzstan over time is accepted as art, not «vandalism». Most of the work of interesting artists can be found on the walls of buildings or, fences and other places. In this blog we will show you and tell you about murals, as in Bishkek murals occupy a rather interesting part of street art. Murals are large beautiful images on the facades of buildings, usually very colorful.

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Baktygul Kadyrbekova

13 April 2022

Where’s a good bite?

French film crew prepares documentary about fishing in Uzbekistan.
 

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Baktygul Kadyrbekova

16 March 2022

Behind the scenes of the documentary "Gerard Depardieu: My Uzbek Dream"

After  the documentary  "Gerard Depardieu : My Uzbek Dream" was shoot, Arnaud Frilley reveals Uzbekistan, which fascinates with the beauty of its landscapes and cultural richness. Novastan was particularly interested in the role of Uzbeks in the creation of this documentary.

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Baktygul Kadyrbekova

16 March 2022

Uzbekistan opens for foreign tourists from March 16!

In order to restore tourist flows with foreign countries as soon as possible, according to the decision of the Republican Commission, from March 16, 2022 in Uzbekistan:

* If you have passports/vaccination certificates for coronavirus infection, all persons are allowed to enter without PCR tests. In case of not having passports/ vaccination certificates, a person must have negative PCR test (with an electronic QR code), for a period of no more than 72 hours, or go to express tests when crossing the border or upon arrival on the territory of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

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Baktygul Kadyrbekova

2 November 2021

Safe travels with Nomad's Land

For the safety of our customers, we are pleased to announce that we have received the Safe Travels stamp by the Association of Kyrgyz Tour Operators.

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Samuel Maret