Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia, Asia. Its capital is Bishkek, with a population of approximately 6.9M and a total area of 199,951 km². The official languages are Kyrgyz / Russian and the currency is the Kyrgyzstani Som (KGS).
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Kyrgyzstan covers an area of 199,951 km² with a population density of 35/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $10.8B ($1,565 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Over 90% of Kyrgyzstan is covered by mountains, it's one of the most mountainous countries on Earth. The Tian Shan range contains peaks over 7,000m and glaciers that feed Central Asia's rivers.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Kyrgyzstan
The world's second largest alpine lake, 170km long and never freezes despite being surrounded by snow
A spectacular gorge park just 40km from Bishkek with glaciers and hiking trails
A 9th-century minaret rising from the Chuy Valley, all that remains of the ancient Silk Road city of Balasagun
A remote high-altitude lake at 3,016m surrounded by summer yurt camps and nomadic herders
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What is the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
The capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek.
What continent is Kyrgyzstan in?
Kyrgyzstan is located in Asia, in the Central Asia region.
What currency does Kyrgyzstan use?
Kyrgyzstan uses the Kyrgyzstani Som (KGS). The international calling code is +996.
What is the GDP of Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan has a GDP of $10.8B, with a GDP per capita of $1,565.
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