Kyrgyz National Philharmonia in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Completed in 1980. Brutalist, Soviet-era architecture in the former USSR.
Central Asia Blog Posts
Concert Palace of Dushanbe
Concert Palace of Dushanbe in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Central Asia. Completed in1984; an example of Brutalist, Soviet architecture in the former USSR.
Bishkek Wedding Palace
Wedding Palace in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Completed in 1987. Modernist, Soviet-era architecture in the former USSR.
Central Asia itinerary: Almaty to Dushanbe overland
Almaty to Dushanbe: an itinerary for independent travellers to Central Asia, starting in Kazakhstan continuing overland through Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
Back in the U.S.S.R. …
Photo essay and thoughts on a new found admiration for unapologetic Soviet and communist-era architecture or the former U.S.S.R.
Recommended Hotels and Homestays in Central Asia
A directory of recommended homestays we experienced during our travels in Central Asia, covering Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan.
What to do on and around Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan
A guide for independent travellers to Lake Issyk-Kul – suggestions on what to do on and around one of Kyrgyzstan’s most beautiful attractions.
Soviet-era architecture in Almaty, Kazakhstan
A guide to the Soviet-era architecture in Almaty including a map with the locations of the buildings and some history about the style of architecture.
Witnessing Nomadic Horse Games in Kyrgyzstan
One of the most intriguing things about the nomadic tribes in Kyrgyzstan is their traditional sports: Central Asian games focus on horsemanship and power.
Staying at Peak Lenin Base Camp in Kyrgyzstan
Our destination was Peak Lenin Base Camp, the most eagerly anticipated spot on our Kyrgyzstan travels, and our reward was panoramic views of Lenin Peak.
Travelling in Central Asia – Questions & Answers
FAQs for Backpackers and Independent Travellers to Central Asia. All you need to know to plan a trip to Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan.
Travelling the Pamir Highway and Wakhan Valley: A Photo Essay
Stunning photographs of the journey along the Pamir Highway and through the Wakhan Valley from Osh in Kyrgyzstan to Murgab in Tajikistan in Central Asia.