Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Asia. It borders Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and the People's Republic of China to the east. The history of Kyrgyzstan dates back to the 13th century and includes the Mongol, Tsar, and Soviet eras. Kyrgyzstan gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The main attractions of the country are Lake Issyk-Kul, the Tien Shan mountain range, Ala-Archa National Park and the city of Osh.
Country data Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan at a glance
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| Population | 6.202.000 |
| Language | Kyrgyz und Russian |
| Area | 198500 km2 |
| Continent | Asia |
| Currency | Som (KGS) |
| Neighboring countries | People's Republic of China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan und Kazakhstan |
Map Kyrgyzstan
Country borders and location of the capital