Central Asia Travel Guide

Central Asia is between East Asia and Europe. Russia is north of Central Asia. Iran and Pakistan are the southern borders of the region. Six countries comprise Central Asia. The northernmost and largest country in this region is Kazakhstan. Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan are to the south of Kazakhstan. Afghanistan is the southernmost country in the region. North of Afghanistan is Turkmenistan and Tajikistan.

Kazakhstan is not only the largest nation in Central Asia, but it is also the largest landlocked country in the world. However, it is rich in energy resources like oil and natural gas. Regardless of its massive size, it is scarcely populated. Afghanistan could be a beautiful destination. Unfortunately, the continuous unrest has faded its appeal for tourists.

Kyrgyzstan is the safest country in Central Asia to visit. It has several mountain ranges with a high prospect of adventure activities. Turkmenistan is difficult to access. However, once you are there, you will step into a rare paradise. The golden sands of desert appear bluish under the moonlight. Plus, scenic hilly terrains fringe the beaches. This country also brims with the history of ancient civilizations.

Tajikistan can be a cheap destination to visit. It is also dangerous because of the civil wars plaguing the land. Uzbekistan is another pearl. Not only does the silk road passes through the country, but it also has several historical spots that are worth visiting. Bishkek, Bukhara, Almaty, Astana, Samarkand, Kabul, Tashkent and Dushanbe are important cities in Central Asia.

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Language can be a significant barrier here. Most of the populations speak wide varieties of Turkic and Mongolian languages which can be hard to decipher. Please gain some knowledge of Russian before you set foot here. Learning some Russian will prove extremely helpful.

December 4, 2016 9:21 am Published by Staff Writer