Geography
This is the largest country in Central Asia by area
What is Kazakhstan?
This empire, founded by Genghis Khan, once ruled much of Central Asia.
What is Mongol Empire?
This Central Asian beverage, made from fermented mare’s milk, is traditionally served to guests.
What is koumiss?
Guess the language! 1
What is Tajik?
This desert spans parts of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
What is Kyzylkum Desert?
The Silk Road was a major trade route connecting China and this European region.
What is Mediterranean?
This meat-filled dumpling is a popular Central Asian dish.
What is manti?
Guess the language 2
What is Tatar?
This high mountain range stretches across Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.
What are the Pamir Mountains?
This conqueror from Macedonia passed through Central Asia on his way to India.
Who is Alexander the Great?
This spring equinox festival is widely celebrated in Central Asia.
What is Nauryz?
Guess the language! 3. It is a dialogue between two people, speaking Kazakh and the hidden language
What is Karakalpak?
This sea, once the fourth largest lake in the world, has drastically shrunk.
What is Aral Sea?
The five current Central Asian republics were once part of this union.
This sport, similar to rugby on horseback, is popular in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
What is kok boru/buzkashi?
Guess the language! 4
What is Uyghur?
This Central Asian capital sits at the foot of the Tian Shan mountains.
What is Bishkek?
This medieval city in Uzbekistan was a cultural hub of the Islamic world.
What is Samarkand?
This textile art, used to decorate homes, often features intricate floral patterns.
What is suzani?
Guess the language! 5
What is Dungan?