Arstanbap. (Arslanbob) forest. Kyrgyzstan
Month of the year to visit: from May to September
Transportation: there is a public transportation to Arslanbob from Bishkek.
Transportation: there is a public transportation to Arslanbob from Bishkek.
Arslanbob is a protected area spread out in the valley of the same name and known for its largest walnut forest in the world.
The forest is over 50 million years old, the area is over 700 thousand hectares. Many varieties of nut and fruit trees grow here. Among them:
The uniqueness is that some walnut trees are over 1000 years old, and each yields 150-400 kg.
In addition, this region is popular for its waterfalls:
The forest is over 50 million years old, the area is over 700 thousand hectares. Many varieties of nut and fruit trees grow here. Among them:
- walnut, the main mass;
- pistachios;
- almonds;
- cherry plum;
- pear
- etc.
The uniqueness is that some walnut trees are over 1000 years old, and each yields 150-400 kg.
In addition, this region is popular for its waterfalls:
- large Arslanbobsky 80 m high;
- small Arslanbobsky 35 m high.
There are also several mountain lakes. Pilgrims are especially attracted by the sacred Kol-Mazar.
And of course, the Arslanbob resort, famous for its healing mineral waters, clays and effective treatments.
The location is suitable for visiting by everyone:
- an international mountain road with beautiful views, tunnels and serpentines;
- roadside yurts;
- an abundance of historically significant places;
- suitable for car and motorcycle enthusiasts, and extreme mountain bikers will get special pleasure;
- resort area;
- picnic areas;
- beaten paths in forests and groves;
- waterfalls;
- horseback riding;
- observation natural platforms.
It is important to be able to take advantage of the long warm season - the time of flowering, fruitfulness and natural abundance. For example,
- spring is for connoisseurs of awakening nature and sophisticated tourists,
- summer is for followers of active collective and/or family recreation,
- fall beckons with iridescent colors of fire and green, white clouds and the smell of damp earth.
Arslanbob is a healing place for the soul and body, and here you can easily find a corner for meditation and unity with yourself.
And someone finds a charge in a deeper acquaintance with the local colorful culture, traditions and cuisine.
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