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Lake Issyk-Kul
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Lake Issyk-Kul
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This vast mountain lake in the Tian Shan is the main attraction in eastern Kyrgyzstan. Visitors come for its landscapes, swimming at several "beach resorts" along its northern shore (including Koshkol, Tamchy, and Cholpon-Ata), fishing, and trekking.
Overview of Lake Issyk-Kul
This vast mountain lake in the Tien Shan is the main attraction in eastern Kyrgyzstan. Visitors come for its landscapes, swimming at several "beach resorts" along its northern shore (including Koshkol, Tamchy, and Cholpon-Ata), fishing, and trekking.
Key facts
- Type of place: lake.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Features:
- Surface area: 6,236 km².
- Altitude: 1,607 m.
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- Website: https://eng.issykkul.kg/