Geography of Kyrgyzstan
What river flows through Bishkek?
The Ala-Archa River
Who wrote the Epic of Manas?
No single author, it is folk art
What is the traditional Kyrgyz dwelling called?
Yurt (Boz Uy)
When did Kyrgyzstan gain independence from the USSR?
In 1991
What is the national animal of Kyrgyzstan?
Snow leopard
What is the highest mountain peak in Kyrgyzstan?
Jengish Chokusu
Who was the first president of independent Kyrgyzstan?
Askar Akayev
What does the tunduk symbolize?
Family / unity / home
What ancient city near Uzbekistan is one of the oldest in Central Asia?
Osh / Sulaiman-Too
What language family does Kyrgyz belong to?
Turkic
What mountain range covers most of Kyrgyzstan?
Tian Shan
Which Kyrgyz writer created “Jamila”?
Chingiz Aitmatov
What is the main ingredient in the national drink “Kymyz”?
Mare’s milk
What was the name of Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet period?
Kyrgyz Soviet Socialist Republic / Kirghizia
Which Kyrgyz lake never freezes, even in winter?
Issyk-Kul
In which region can you find the Chatyr-Kul Lake?
Naryn Region
Name a famous Kyrgyz singer known internationally.
Mirbek Atabekov
What is the MOST respected part of meat at a traditional table?
Head
Which year was the first Constitution of Kyrgyzstan adopted?
1993
Which international games did Kyrgyzstan host in 2018?
The World Nomad Games
What mountain pass connects Bishkek with the Issyk-Kul region?
The Boom Gorge (Boom Pass)
Which Kyrgyz athlete won a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics?
Akzhol Makhmudov
What is the name of the epic that tells the story of a Kyrgyz hero?
Manas Epic
What Silk Road trading city ruins are located near Tokmok?
Burana Tower / Balasagun / Suyab
What is heavier: 1 kg of wool or 1 kg of gold?
Same weight