What are the mountains in Kyrgyzstan. Mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Sacred Mount Suleiman

Kyrgyzstan is a unique country in the world, which, so to speak, is all in the mountains. Judge for yourself, the lowest point in Kyrgyzstan is at an altitude of 132 meters above sea level, and the territory below 1000 meters above sea level is only 5.8 percent of the entire territory of Kyrgyzstan.

Suusamyr mountains

Majestic Pamir Mountains

For information, 22.6 percent of the country's territory is located at an altitude of 1 to 2 km above sea level, a little more than 30 percent - at a level of 2 to 3 km, 34 percent - from 3 to 4 km and 7 percent - at an altitude of more than 4 km from sea level.

Scarlet poppies against the backdrop of the snow-white mountains of the Kyrgyz Alatoo

In this regard, Kyrgyzstan is a favorite place for pilgrimage for many climbers, lovers of mountain outdoor activities, as well as supporters of fashionable ecotourism today. For these purposes, Kyrgyzstan has the entire list of necessary attributes. In particular, there are numerous mountain peaks and peaks, designed both for beginner climbers and those with a high passability category. There are countless different mountain routes which are accessible even for small children. And the beautiful landscapes opening from the mountains, striking in their beauty, will not leave anyone indifferent.

Alpine lake Karasuu

But most importantly, all the mountains of Kyrgyzstan are located in close proximity to passable transport routes, which makes them even more accessible.

"Fairy Tale" Teskey Alatoo

Kyrgyz horsemen on the background of the Talas mountains

The main mountain systems of Kyrgyzstan

The mountains of Kyrgyzstan belong to the mountain systems of the mighty Tien Shan and no less majestic Pamir. At the same time, the Tien Shan, which in translation means "heavenly mountains", occupies a significant part of the country's territory.

The majestic overcloud peak of Pobeda

Khan-Tengri is one of the seven-thousanders of Central Asia

On the territory of Kyrgyzstan there are 3 out of 5 seven-thousanders of Central Asia, in particular, Pobeda Peak (7439 meters above sea level), Lenin Peak (7134 meters) and Khan-Tengri Peak (7010 meters). Two more seven-thousanders are located in Tajikistan (Communism peak - 7495 m. and Korzhenevsky peak - 7105 m.). For your information, climbers who have conquered all the indicated 5 seven-thousanders receive the honorary title "Snow Leopard" and the corresponding certificate.

Kemin mountains

Snow-white peaks of Teskey Ala-Tau

Main mountain ranges on the territory of Kyrgyzstan are the following (sorted by the length of the ridge):

Mountains of Kyrgyzstan 88 ridges of the mighty mountain system - Tien Shan stretch in long chains from west to east. The name of the system in translation means "Heavenly Mountains". Other mountain systems, such as the Chon Alai range in the south of the country, belong to the Pamir mountain system. The mountains divide the country into northern and southern regions, connected by a single Bishkek-Osh road. The average length of the mountain ranges of Kyrgyzstan is 100-300 km. The length of the longest ridge (Kakshaal) is 582 km, the Kyrgyz ridge, which is located south of Bishkek, stretches for 454 kilometers. The width of the ranges varies from 10 to 40 kilometers. Tien Shan Mountains Tien Shan is the longest mountain system in Asia. The ridge is 2800 km long and 800 km wide. There are 40 peaks over 6000 meters high on the ridge. It lies on the territory of several neighboring states, but most of it is located on the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic. Stretching for 2800 kilometers from the Chatkal Range east of Tashkent to Urumqi (beyond which the Tien Shan borders the Bogdo-Ula Range), the mountain range is divided into northern, western, eastern, central and inland parts, each of which has characteristic "alpine" signs. The central part of the ridge lies to the south-east of Lake Issyk-Kul and is known for its two highest peaks - Pobeda and Khan-Tengri peaks, adjacent to other mountain ranges stretching from east to west. The mountain range surrounding a group of glaciers in the upper reaches of the Inylchek River is interesting for two peaks over 7000 meters high, 23 peaks over 6000 meters high, including 3 impregnable peaks and 80 peaks from 5000 to 6000 meters above sea level with 14 more peaks. The ridge consists of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks. The first mention of the Heavenly Mountains appeared in antiquity. According to ancient writings and notes of travelers, expeditions to these places have been made since ancient times, but all of them are more like legends than facts. The expedition of the Russian explorer Pyotr Semenov in the middle of the 19th century shed light on the mystery of the Heavenly Mountains for the first time. Thanks to his research, P. Semenov even received a second surname from the tsar - Tien-Shansky. Interestingly, the northern regions of the mountain system were first described in the 7th century by the Buddhist monk Xuan Zan, who left behind the following information: “... nothing but snow and ice. It snows both in summer and in spring. A fierce wind rages day and night." Surely a similar picture was observed by the famous traveler Marco Polo, who traveled along this route with his father and uncle back in 1273. The Terskey Ala-Too Ridge (“Misty Mountains”) is located along the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. The Kungei Ala-Too ridge (“Sunny Mountains”) is located on the northern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul and forms the border with Kazakhstan. The Kyrgyz Range (Kyrgyz Ala-Too) originates in the valley of the Issyk-Kul River, extends along the northern border of Kyrgyzstan, 40 kilometers south of Bishkek. Pamir is located in the southern part of the country. The most extreme northern sections of the Pamir system lie in Kyrgyzstan, namely, the Zaalai Range. The Pamir-Alai Mountains separate the Pamirs from the Tien Shan and are divided into the Turkestan (with several unconquered peaks) and Alai ranges. majestic mountains Kyrgyzstan attracts climbers and lovers of mountain walks from all over the world. The mountains, whose peaks are covered with snow all year round, are called “Ala-Too” in Kyrgyzstan, which means “multi-colored, bright mountains” in Kyrgyz. Often, the snow line extends for 3,600 meters. Smaller mountain systems of Kyrgyzstan: Ak Sheirak, Chatkal, Ferghana, Keolu, Kok Shaal, Talas and Zaalai are no less popular among climbers. In Soviet times, the region was closed to foreigners, and even citizens of the Soviet Union had difficulty obtaining permits to conduct expeditions and hikes here. Currently, there are still restrictions on tourists in some mountainous areas, and a special permit is required for civilians in the border areas. The difficulties faced by climbers are exacerbated by changeable weather: snow can suddenly fall, and this can happen several times a day, which significantly increases the risk of avalanches and landslides. The mountainous terrain varies from ordinary mountain ranges to alpine-type highlands, where you can observe a variety of landscapes. Forests are mainly concentrated on the northern slopes, covered with snow most of the time, while grassy meadows and pastures (“jailoo”) on the southern slopes are abundantly illuminated by sunlight. List of mountain ranges and peaks in Kyrgyzstan: Range Length (km) Width (km) Highest peak highest point(above sea level) Average altitude (above sea level) Kokshal Too 582 54 Pobeda (Pobeda Peak) 7439 4500 Chon Alai 250 40 Lenin Peak 7134 5460 Alai 350 20 Tandikul 5880 4450 Sary Jazz 93 16 Semenov Peak 5816 4700 Sabla Peak 300 5621 4430 TERSKAI-ALATAU 354 40 peak Karakolsky 5280 4290 AK-shirak 60 28 Jaman-Su 5126 4720 Fergana 206 62 Kara-Kuldja (Uch-SEIT) 4940 3620 Kyrgyz 454 40 peaks West Alameddin 140 30 Yerme 4786 4300 4300 4300 4300 4300 4300 Kungei-Alatoo 285 32 Chok-Tal 4771 4200 Chatkal 225 30 Chatkal Peak (Aflatun) 4503 3800 Naryn-Too 120 18 Baibiche 4500 4200 Talas 260 40 Manas Peak 4488 3930 Jumgal-too 54 15 Min Teke 3 80281 five seven-thousanders of Central Asia, three of which lie on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, receive a certificate and the honorary title of "Snow Leopard". List of seven-thousanders: 1. Communism Peak (Tajikistan - 7495 m) 2. Pobeda Peak (Kyrgyzstan - 7345 m) 3. Lenin Peak (Kyrgyzstan - 7134 m) 4. Korzhenevsky Peak (Tajikistan - 7105 m) 5. Khan-Tengri Peak ( Kyrgyzstan - 7010 m) Mountains of Kyrgyzstan: secondary peaks The names of lower peaks may not mean anything to non-professional climbers, but here are the most famous of them: national park Ala-Archa. The peak is more suitable for trekking than climbing. Chapaev Peak (6371 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Crown Peak (4860 m) is located on the territory of the Ala-Archa National Park. Six peaks from afar resemble a crown, which explains their name. Mountain slopes reach a height of 600 meters, the northern slope - 900 meters. Friendship Peak (6800 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Gorky Peak (6050 m) lies in the Pobeda massif. It represents one of the most difficult peaks for rock climbers due to constantly changing weather conditions. From the side, the mountain resembles a pyramid with ice slopes up to 200 meters high. Svobodnaya Korea Peak is located on the Ak-Sai Ridge in the Ala-Archa National Park. The northern slope rises 800 meters above the steep cliffs. Djigit Peak is located in the Oguz Bashi massif on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Peak Karakol (5216 m) is located in the Oguz Bashi massif on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to tradition, Komsomol Peak is conquered every year on May 1st. Manas Peak (4482 m) is the highest point of the Talas Range. Marble Wall Peak (6400 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Peak Shater (6700 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Military Topographers Peak (6873 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Peace Peak (4940 m) is located near Lenin Peak. The ascent takes two days and is often used by climbers to acclimatize before conquering higher mountains. Peak Nansen (5697 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. The Peak of the 19th Congress of the Party (5882 m) is also known as Korzhenevsky Peak (not to be confused with Korzhenevskaya Peak in Tajikistan with a height of 7105 meters). It is clearly visible from the campsites at the foot of Lenin Peak and is often used by rock climbers for acclimatization before conquering Lenin Peak. Petrovsky Peak (4910 m) rises above the Achik Tash camp used by climbers preparing to climb Lenin Peak from its northern side. Often used by climbers to acclimatize before conquering higher points. Przhevalsky Peak (6450 m) is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif. Pyramid Peak (5215 m) is located in the region of the Turkestan Ogus Bashi Range in the Jeti Oguz Valley near the city of Karakol on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. Pyramid Peak is the highest point of the massif with such peaks as Karakol and Dzhigit and is surrounded by glaciers. The northern slopes of the massif are dotted with deep gorges. There are a number of routes leading to the peak, from easy to difficult. Peak Semenov-Tyan-Shansky is a great difficulty for climbers. Only a few expeditions have been registered that have laid seven routes to the summit. The peak of Soviet Kyrgyzstan is located in the Central Tien Shan in the Muztag massif.

Peaks of Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan is a country, one third of whose territory is occupied by the Pamir and Tien Shan mountain ranges. Among them there are 3 peaks, the height of which exceeds the mark of 7 thousand meters. Climbing the 5 highest "seven-thousanders" of the post-Soviet space is the dream of many climbers.

Lenin Peak, today called Abu Ali ibn Sino with a height of 7134 m, is an ideal option for climbers who want to conquer the seven thousandth peak, but do not have enough experience. Due to the absence of significant difficulties, the relative simplicity of the route and the base camp located on a green meadow (3600 m), this peak is considered the most "friendly". To climb Lenin Peak, you need a minimum of professional equipment.

One of the most beautiful and therefore desirable peak is Khan Tengri (7010 m), located at the junction of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and China. For its unprecedented beauty, the peak of the Tien Shan is called the "Lord of the Sky" and is revered by the border states as the place where the gods live.

The wayward Pobeda Peak, located at an altitude of 7439 m, is the highest point of the Tien Shan. Despite its great fame, it is the least likely to be conquered and has the fewest routes suitable for climbing. The reason for this is considered unpredictable weather conditions that can change dramatically in just a few minutes. You can "defeat" the mountain only during a short summer period (July - August), the only successful winter attempt to climb was made in 1990, and for many it turned into a long recovery period in the hospital.

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Peak Lenin located on the border of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and, being the top of the Zaalai Range, is considered one of the highest points in the Pamirs. Its height of 7134 m was discovered one of the first among the 5 famous seven-thousanders and conquered the largest number of times. There are 16 fairly simple routes along the southern and northern slopes of the mountain, so the recently renamed Lenin Peak, recently renamed Abu Ali ibn Sino, is considered one of the favorites for both beginners and experienced climbers and skiers.

Often, a series of five ascents begins from Lenin Peak, which is necessary for the implementation of the Snow Leopard program. No less interesting than the ascent is the descent from the top. The main advantage of this part of the Pamirs is relatively stable and favorable weather conditions. But, despite the numerous advantages, one should not forget about the difficulties inherent in all seven-thousanders: rarefied air, high physical and mental stress, low temperatures, bad weather conditions and cracks in the glaciers.

The well-equipped starting base "Achik Tash" (3600 m), located on a green alpine meadow, and camp No. 1 at an altitude of 4400 m also contribute to a comfortable ascent.

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Khan Tengri

Climbing the Khan Tengri peak with a height of 7010 m reveals to the conquerors unique landscapes of exceptional beauty. For its majestic and beautiful view, the peak of the Tien Shan is called by the Kyrgyz and Kazakhs living nearby, "Lord of the Sky" and "Divine House".

Khan Tengri is a young mountain with slopes not yet smoothed by the winds, but with a fairly predictable disposition. Avalanches often come down from sheer and steep ledges, stones break off and ice floes break off, which often complicates the ascent. Few decide to climb to the top point, but those who have been there are happy to share their incomparable impressions. About 25 relatively safe routes have been laid to the highest point from the south and north. Following them together with an experienced guide, you can bypass dangerous places and safely reach the desired point.

The sharp conical shape of Khan Tengri is considered close to ideal and is known all over the world for its beauty. All summer, many climbers come to the foot of the mountain. Testing the strength of character and willpower, spending the night in tents and warming up by the fire, the conquerors of the peaks discover a poorly studied planet and find a new meaning of existence.

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Victory Peak - the highest and uncompromising point of Kyrgyzstan, rising above sea level by 7439 m. This peak is one of the five mandatory mountains in the CIS and one of the three seven-thousanders of Kyrgyzstan for the conquest of which you can get the honorary title and the Snow Leopard token.

Despite the fact that the first ascent to Pobeda Peak took place back in 1956, the mountain every time resists its conquerors with all its might. Not every eight-thousander can compare with the ascent even on the safest southern slope. This is due to unpredictable weather conditions and complex deceptive terrain. The slopes are characterized by frequent avalanches, very low temperatures below -30ºС, and icy winds reaching, and often exceeding, speeds of 150 km per hour.

The easiest southern route of the ascent is rated on a 5-point out of 6 possible levels of difficulty. A number of northern routes reach the highest degree of danger. Even the slightest mistakes and negligence cost the lives of many experienced climbers. And although modern technologies, equipment and equipment greatly facilitate the task of conquerors of mountain peaks, only a few were able to achieve the desired height here. Only physically strong, mentally strong and sufficiently prepared people are capable of reaching the victory point. Conquering the summit is akin to a real victory and is regarded as a feat among athletes - climbers from many countries.

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Ak-Sai horseshoe

In the northern part of the Kyrgyz Alatau, in the Ala-Archa gorge, there is one of the most interesting concepts of the Tien-Shan ridge - the Ak-Sai horseshoe. Its traverse includes 14 peaks, starting from a height of 3900 m and up to the highest peak Semyon - Tien Shan with a height of 4879 m above sea level. Peaks also include:

l located at 4200 m Peak Box and Cosmonaut;

l 4300 m - Peak Geologists, 4380 m - Dvurogaya;

l from 4400 m - Simagin peak, Teke-Tor;

l over 4500 - Baichechekey Peak, Teacher;

l 4600 m and 4650 m - Ak-Too and Skryabin peaks;

l 4700 m - Bailyang Bashi and 4740 m - Korea.

The traverse is well suited for sport climbing. Depending on the difficulty, 25 routes of the penultimate category of difficulty are presented here. Most often, climbers climb peaks up to 4500 m. Among the 8 routes of the highest level of difficulty are the peaks of Korea and Korona.

One of the advantages of this area is its compact location and the proximity of routes to parking lots. 4 huts in the area of ​​Racek and Korona are designed for different capacities. 2 shelters at an altitude of 3400 m can accommodate a total of 50 people. A little higher, at an altitude of 3700 m, in the Koronskaya camp and the Science hut, up to 11 people can fit. And although the buildings are not particularly comfortable or furnished, the bunk beds and the table inside are quite enough for a good rest after lifting.

Beginners and novice athletes who want to gain additional experience and training before climbing can practice in the circus of the Adygene glacier. The highest point of over a dozen peaks reaching the 3rd category of difficulty is at around 4,404 m above sea level. There is also a well-equipped and comfortable camp with all amenities, furnished in a hotel style.

The mountains of Kyrgyzstan are mighty giants who are trying to become higher than the sky, cutting white clouds with ice tops. Tours to these places are very popular among fans of extreme recreation who come here from many countries. On the territory of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan there are two mountain ranges: Tien Shan and Pamir, which are considered the highest in Asia.

History of the mountains of Kyrgyzstan

The mountains in this area are mentioned in ancient writings and notes of travelers who visited this region with expeditions, all the information about which has acquired many legends over several centuries.

One of the first research surveys was carried out by the expedition of P. Semenov in 1856, who made a description and detailed study of the area, for which he received an honorary addition to the surname Semenov-Tyanshansky from the Russian Tsar. He first drew a diagram of the ranges, explored Lake Issyk-Kul, discovered the Khan-Tengri pyramid and reached the glaciers in the Tengri-Tag group.

To answer the question about what mountains are in Kyrgyzstan, you need to see them with your own eyes. The mountain ranges here have an alpine relief, which is characterized by numerous mountain ridges and high sharp peaks, more even areas of ancient origin, usually inclined to one side due to folding, are less common.

There are many glaciers and screes in the highlands, all mountains higher than 3500 m are frozen to a depth of 30-100 m, the peaks are covered with snow, the snow line runs at an altitude of up to 3800-4200 m, some areas are considered dangerous due to snow avalanches .

Tien Shan mountains

Translated from Chinese, they are called "Heavenly Mountains", which stretch in the west-east direction and consist of 88 ridges. The Tien Shan Range is the mountains of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, it is rightfully considered the longest in Asia (2800 km). In its center are the most high mountains: Pobeda peak (7440 m) and Khan-Tengri peak (almost 7000 m), there are also 40 more peaks with a height of more than 6 thousand m.

Most of the ridge is located on the territory of Kyrgyzstan and is divided into 6 zones of the alpine type. The republic consists of 92% mountains, the ridges divide it into northern and southern parts, connected by a highway between the cities of Bishkek and Osh. The average length of the ranges is 100-300 km, and the width reaches 40 km. Almost all climatic zones are represented, ranging from taiga and rocky tundra to alpine meadows, where pastures are located in the southern part of the mountains.

Kyrgyzstan is constantly used by climbers and nature lovers for climbing mountain peaks, horseback riding, rafting mountain rivers since the days of the Soviet Union. Even then, the beauty of this region, despite the great remoteness from civilization and the high difficulty of climbing routes, became popular with all tourists and climbers.

Valleys and lakes

There are many high mountain valleys in the Tien Shan, which are used for fertile pastures, because. covered with grass. At the foot of the ridges, high-mountain depressions lay in strips, which turned into lakes and swamps, the most famous of which is Issyk-Kul.

According to researchers, the Tien Shan mountains were covered during the epoch of glaciation by very powerful glaciers, the remains of which are found in the form of ramparts, moraines, cirques and lakes. All the rivers of Kyrgyzstan originate from these places.

The mountains of Kyrgyzstan are especially beautiful in spring in May, when all the valleys are covered with flowers: yellow and red tulips, edelweiss, etc. Flowers in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan look unusual against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

Lake Issyk-Kul is the pearl of the Tien Shan, occupying a deep depression (702 m) between mountain ranges, is the third deepest body of water in the CIS.

Pamir mountains

Another massif of Kyrgyzstan, represented only by its northern part, is the Pamir. The most famous ranges here are: Zaalaisky and Turkestansky, the average height is 5.5 thousand meters, and the most high peak Pamir - Lenin Peak (7134 m).

Pamir is the greatest mountain system in the world, located on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and China. It has a continental climate, less humid compared to the Tien Shan and more sunny. The Zaalai Range has a length of 200 km on the territory of Kyrgyzstan and continues in China for another 50 km, it has sharp peaks, deciduous shrubs even grow in the valleys. The highest peak of the Zaalai Range is Sat Peak (5900 m).

Mountains in Kyrgyzstan: the name of the peaks and description

The highest mountain peaks in Kyrgyzstan regularly visited by climbers:

• Pobeda Peak is the northernmost of the 7-thousander mountains, was first discovered in 1938, has a height of 7439 m, is located on the border with China in the Kokshaal-Too ridge near Issyk-Kul lake. Climbers call it the most formidable and inaccessible, because. only highly qualified athletes with good training can conquer it. The difficulty of climbing it is determined by the harsh climate, sharp gusts of the north wind, the steepness of the slopes, combined with severe cold. This peak was first noticed visually by the conquerors of the Khan-Tengri peak in 1936, who, 2 years later, under the leadership of L. Gutman, assembled an expedition to survey the open peak and were able to conquer it.

• Khan-Tengri Peak, which means “Lord of the Sky” in Turkic, does not reach the height of 7,000 meters, only 5 m, but is ranked among them in terms of complexity. When climbing this peak, climbers follow an interesting ritual: each newly arrived group digs out the capsule laid by the previous one with information about the climber (surname, date), then writes their own and buries it again. The locals gave the peak another name, "Kan-Too" ("Bloody Mountain"), for the large number of accidents that occur with daredevils climbing it. The peak is also famous for its picturesque views.

• Lenin Peak is the most visited in the Pamirs, because. climbing it is quite simple and does not have strict health requirements for climbers. As a rule, all tourists get to the base camp by car from the city of Osh.

Mountain peaks that are slightly lower than the seven-thousanders in height:

• Peaks Chapaev (6370 m), Przhevalsky (6450 m), Marble Wall (6400 m) and Shater (6700 m) are located in the central part of the Tien Shan.
• Peaks Karakol (5216 m), Nansen (5697 m), Pyramid (5621 m) and others.

Glaciers in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan

There are many glaciers in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan:

• The Korzhenevsky glacier is located in a valley on the northern slope of the Zaalai Range, 21.5 km long.
• The Lenin Glacier is a mountain type in a basin in the northern part of the same ridge, 13.5 km long, lies at the foot of Lenin Peak.
• The Mushketov glacier is of a tree type, located in the center of the Tien Shan, on the northern slope of Sarydzhaz, 20.5 km long and others.

mountain passes

To get from one valley to another, you need to use several of them in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan:

• Bedel - located in the Tien Shan mountains, passes through the Kokshaaltau ridge on the border between China and Kyrgyzstan, height 4284 m, was a part of the Great Silk Road for many years and was a famous caravan road.
• Kyzyl-Art - a highway located on the Pamir Highway, passes through the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, an altitude of 4280 m, in the northern part the rise is gentle and picturesque, in the south - steeper descends into the valley of the river. Markans.
• Taldyk - the pass connects the valley of the river from the north. Gulchi and Alayskub - a valley in the south, located in the Alai Range, height 3615 m. A highway was laid through it, through which you can get to the city of Osh, on the other hand - the village of Sary-Tash.

Sacred Mount Suleiman

The city of Osh is considered southern. In 2009, the city was replenished with another attraction - the sacred mountain of Suleiman-Too (the throne of Suleiman), which was recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Its history spans more than one century, and all this time it has been famous as a place of sacred significance, which is also confirmed by petroglyphs on the mountain. Muslims still believe that this sanctuary has a magical meaning, giving those who come here with a request, prosperity, health, offspring, and everything that pilgrims ask for.

Mount Suleiman in the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan has a length of almost 1 km and a height of 1110 m. Tourists and pilgrims can follow the paths to the mountain (for a small fee) and admire the neighboring peaks and views of the city located below it.

On Suleiman-Too there are places of worship, each with its own meaning:

• The Sirat Bridge - according to legend, is the road to the afterlife, along which only a person who does not have sins can pass.
• Ene-Beshik is a hole 2 m wide, which affects the fertility of the female half of humanity.
• Tamchy-Tamar is a manhole that goes as deep as 8 m, helping to cure infertility and eye diseases.
• Kol-Tash - a hole made of karst rocks, treats diseases in the joints.
• Bel-Tash is a slab 3 m long, a gutter runs in the middle, to cure back diseases you need to drive along it at least 3 times, which is successfully done by children and the elderly.
• Bash-Tash - a hole next to the path, according to legend, heals from headaches.

At the top of Suleiman-Too there is a chapel "Babur's House", built in the 15th century and restored local residents in 1989, a museum with local exhibits was built inside the mountain.

What attracts tourists to mountains

Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia that attracts tourists with its fabulous and the most beautiful mountains, rich in history, unusual culture and interesting traditions. It is considered a mountain paradise for climbers, rock climbers and travel lovers: there are many peaks that climbers strive to conquer in order to receive the title of "Snow Leopard", skiers can train here in winter and summer, tourists and lovers of extreme recreation can go hiking and down rivers .

The mountains of Kyrgyzstan are the land of glaciers and snow-covered fields and peaks, turbulent rivers, blue lakes, many charming alpine meadows with bright colors and fragrant herbs, a variety of plants and animals.

BISHKEK, Feb 23 - Sputnik. Most of the territory of Kyrgyzstan is occupied by mountains, which is why the republic is one of the favorite places for climbers around the world. For conquerors of peaks, our country is real paradise. Information agency Sputnik Kyrgyzstan has compiled a list of the seven highest peaks of the republic.

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1. Victory Peak- the highest mountain peak in Kyrgyzstan. It is located in the mountains of the Tien Shan Range to the east of Lake Issyk-Kul, closer to the Kyrgyz-Chinese border. Pobeda Peak, like Lenin Peak, was one of the five seven-thousanders of the former USSR. Its height is 7439 meters above sea level. The summit was not conquered until 1956.

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Peak Lenin

2. The height of Lenin Peak- 7134 meters above sea level. The mountain peak is located on the Chon-Alai Range, located between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. For the first time, Lenin Peak was conquered in 1928.

© Photo / Gennady Zakirov

Peak Khan-Tengri or known in the circles of climbers as "master of the sky"

3. Khan Tengri Peak or known in the circles of climbers as the "master of the sky" is located on the Tengri-Tag ridge, located on the border of Kazakhstan, China and Kyrgyzstan. Its height is 7010 meters above sea level.

4. Peak of Military Topographers, 6873 meters above sea level is located in the Central Tien Shan on the Muztag massif.

The next three peaks are located in the same area, but are slightly inferior in height to the "Military Topographer". So, in the upper reaches of the South Inylchek glacier, there is another series of well-known six-thousanders: friendship peak(6 800 meters), Peak Shater(6,700 meters) and Chapaev Peak(6371 meters).