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Things to See on Your Holidays in Kazakhstan
Posted by alibabarika in Articles on November 1, 2010
The ninth largest country in the world, Kazakhstan is also the largest landlocked country. For those who love to explore the unexplored sights, trudge along the arid deserts, and learn more about history, Kazakhstan is the place to visit. It has varied types of terrain, ranging from plains, plateaus, to steppes and even rocky hills. The country closest to its border is Russia, and maybe because of this, there is a strong influence in culture and religion.
The lakes that lie in the midst of forested hills, Kol Say lakes are at a height of nearly 2000 meters from the sea level. A great place for camping and spending a few nights under the stars, people come here just to take it all in and live as one with their surroundings. There are even helicopter trips that take off from the Almaty, and land in Saty, which is a lower lake, and can be reached through road as well. In and around this area, there are plenty of walking, trekking and horse back riding opportunities which has families excited and curious.
Kyrgyzstan Attractions
Posted by alibabarika in Articles on November 1, 2010
Kyrgyzstan is probably one of the Soviet Satellite Republics prior to the Soviet Union collapsed. Despite the political tension within the country within the past decade, the present regime has mostly isolated the turmoil in the southern regions on the region. Kyrgyzstan is probably one of the most progressive nations in central Asia.
Kyrgyzstan is predominantly Muslim with practically three fourths of its population being Muslims. However the region isn’t as strict as other Muslim nations and headscarves for women are not by and large watched.
Lake Issyk Kul – A Spectacular Mountain Lake in Kyrgyzstan
Posted by alibabarika in Articles on November 1, 2010
Kyrgyzstan boasts a number of spectacular mountain lakes. It is possible to travel through spectacular mountain scenery and experience the traditional life of the Kyrgyz while staying in yurts. There are also opportunities for spectacular horse treks and hikes throughout.
Lake Issyk Kul, which means “hot lake” in the Kyrgyz language, is situated in the northern Tian Shan mountains in eastern Kyrgyzstan. It is the tenth largest lake in the world by volume and the second largest saline lake after the Caspian Sea. Although it is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, it never freezes; hence its name.
Living Healthier and Happier with Sports
Posted by alibabarika in Articles on October 22, 2010
Living in a busy life with jobs, school, and family, can make us forget what sorts of things that we can do for pleasure. That kind of life can make us really stressed, and if we do not do any act, we could suffer from certain diseases in a long term. The most popular things to get rid of this stressful condition is doing things that are related to Sports and Recreation. However, you do not have to go for travel or spend a lot of money to get the pleasure. You can actually do exercise for fun to make your body healthy and make your life happy.