Bishkek
Bishkek is the capital of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. More than one million people live in this big city in Kyrgyzstan.
A settlement of primitive people, which dates back to the 4th-5th century BC, was found near the town. At that time, the city stood at the crossroads of the Great Silk Road. The caravan-serai of one of the Turkic tribes named Solto is located at the heart of a small town.
In addition, scientists and archaeologists revealed that about 12–13 centuries ago, an ancient city called Julie was founded on this spot, which was destroyed in the 16th century.
Then, in the place of this city was built a fortress called Pishpek. It happened in 1825. The fortress stood in the way of the Great Silk Road and served as protection for the merchants who came from India and Europe.
After the battle with the soldiers of the Russian Empire, the castle was destroyed. A small village was almost unsociable, and only with the advent of the Soviet Union did it begin to develop and expand.
In 1926, the village was renamed in honor of assistant and commander Mikhail Frunze, who did a lot for people. In 1991, the city was renamed Bishkek. The capital has saved this name until today.
Today, Bishkek is one of the largest cities in Kyrgyzstan. From Fluency. However, the main language is Russian.
A large number of tourists has visited the capital of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan every year.
Many interesting museums were built here. In particular, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Historic Museum of M.V. Frunze Cultural centers and theaters were also built in Kyrgyzstan's historical city.
The city was able to maintain its own history of development. This is reflected not only in the architectural monuments of Kyrgyzstan, but also in the construction of buildings. For example, in the city center, there are still a large number of buildings from the Soviet period.
In the world of culture, Kyrgyzstan's capital city is famous for not only its history, but also the fact that it is one of the few ecological cities in the whole world. A large number of trees and shrubs were planted here, as well as opening a considerable number of parks.
Today, Bishkek has over 800 streets, some of which are named after poets and painters. For example, the prospect of Manas, Abdrakhmanov Street, Zhibek Zholy (which means the Silk Road), Baitik Batyr, etc.
The climate in the city is considered to be rather continental. Temperatures can reach -10 °C in the winter and + 40 °C in the summer.
In its industrial production, Bishkek chooses engineering, energy, and metals. Corporation "Dastan," Bishkek CHP, Worsted Cloth Factory, Bishkek Engineering Plant, JSC "Reemtsma-Kyrgyzstan," and others are among the largest enterprises.
The reinforced concrete plant "Bishkek" is located in the city of Bishkek in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Our travel agency, "Orient Mice", will provide you with comfortable transport and professional guides who will tell you the history of the city but also show you all the architectural and historical monuments, both within the city and beyond.
