What You Will Do
Bishkek is the Capital of the Kyrgyzstan where there is great influence of the Russian Empire and Soviet Union during 1867 till 1991. Therefore , there is variety of Arts, mosaics , statues and architectural buildings from Soviet union and Russian empire which is quite interesting to praised .You will able to see the immense history of Kirgizia when it was not part of Russian Empire.
Like many other great Soviet cities, Kyrgyzstan’s capital was renamed under communism. The Bishkek born Bolshevik hero Mikhail Frunze lent his name to the city for more than sixty years. During this time, a change in name wasn’t the only revamp Bishkek experienced. In true Soviet fashion, the city underwent a physical transformation. People’s art adorned the walls of apartment blocks, work buildings and public spaces. Imposing Socialist Modernism architecture dominated civic design. Parks and green spaces sprung up across the city. It’s a legacy that endures to this day.
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Itinerary
Meeting Point
We will meet at Paramount of Flag in the Ala too square which is the center of Bishkek City.
1
Ala-Too Square
10 minutes
The Center of the city is Ala too square here you will see the best architect of the Soviet Buildings and the statues which were removed after 1991
2
Flagstaff With Country Flag
5 minutes
You will able to know the Purpose of Kyrgyz flag and its logo and color importance for the Kyrgyz people. Moreover , You will learn about Nomadic lifestyle of Kyrgyz nation.
3
State History Museum
The museum contains literally thousands of exhibits about the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people, whose sculptures and objects date from antiquity to the end of the 20th century.
4
Manas Statue
5 minutes
You will see the the immense statue of Kyrgyz famous hero Manas statue and will able to know about his life and his collaboration for Kyrgyz nation.
5
Ala-Too Movie Theater
10 minutes
Established in the early 1960s, Ala Too Cinema holds the distinction of being the oldest movie theater in Kyrgyzstan. The most amazing thing you will see is the mosaics on it.
6
National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev
5 minutes
National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev is one of the unique architect of Bishkek. You will able to know about the art works which were brought by famous artists of the Russia.
7
Opera and Ballet Theater
5 minutes
The Maldybaev Opera and Ballet Theater, opened in 1937 in Bishkek as a Musical Drama Theater. During his long career, a large number of performances have been staged at the Maldybayev Opera and Ballet Theater.
8
Victory Square
10 minutes
The Victory Square is a public square in the city of Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. It is dedicated to the Victory over Nazi Germany. It was created in 1985, on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
9
National Library of Kyrgyzstan
5 minutes
The National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic is the legal deposit and copyright agency for Kyrgyzstan. It was founded in 1934. It has a collection of 6 million documents in 89 languages from around the world.
10
Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels Monument
5 minutes
The Communist Manifesto
Written jointly by Marx and Engels from December 1847 to January 1848, The Communist Manifesto was first published on 21 February 1848. The Communist Manifesto laid out the beliefs of the new Communist League.
11
Vladimir Lenin Statue
5 minutes
The Lenin Statue in Bishkek was erected in 1984, during the 60th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Soviet Socialist Republic. Shortly after the fall of communism in 1991, all Lenin statues were taken down. However, Bishkek’s Lenin stood in the same square until 2003.
12
Panfilov Park
5 minutes
Panfilov Park is a city memorial located near Old Square and Manas Square .The park bears the name of Hero of the Soviet Union, and the chairman of the Military Committee of the Kirghiz SSR, Ivan Panfilov.
13
Our Work to you, Motherland
5 minutes
A big mosaics on the textile factory shows the working women power which made the soviet nation powerful.
14
Toktogul Satylganov Philarmonic Hall
10 minutes
The Philharmonic Society, founded on 7 October 1936 on the basis of the orchestra of folk instruments, did not have its own concert hall for many years, with the concerts being staged in the halls of Komvuz as well as the hall of the Ministry of Agriculture.
15
Bishkek City Hall
10 minutes
Bishkek City Hall is the Mayor House of the Bishkek City and is made in unique stalin architecture of the Building.
Note: The remaining time is for the round tour and time spent sightseeing or explorations.
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