Before I fell in love with travel, I must be honest that I had never heard of Kyrgyzstan. And then the more I researched, the more I realised that it had to be on our list (and yours!) ASAP.

Known for its traditional yurts, nomadic culture, and wild mountains, Kyrgyzstan is the ultimate adventure destination.

Explore the world’s largest walnut tree forest in Arslanbob, swim in the second largest Alpine lake in the world: Issy Kul, have an overnight yurt experience, hike the mountains of Jyrgalan.

Explore Karakol for THE tastiest local food in the whole country. Venture to Osh for its market, Soviet mosaics, and the country’s only UNESCO site.

And don’t miss a stop to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan’s underrated capital city full of great restaurants, Soviet architecture, and make sure you try the traditional fermented milk!