Crystal clear air, picturesque lakes, the freshest spring water, as well as snow-capped peaks and protected areas - all this is the wonderful nature of Kyrgyzstan. A unique ecosystem of its kind, with its unique animate and inanimate nature at different times of the year, is the main treasure of the country.
Republic of Kyrgyzstan: nature and climatic conditions
The territory of Kyrgyzstan is located within two mountain ranges: Tien Shan and Pamir-Altai. The second Switzerland is sometimes called Kyrgyzstan, whose nature consists mainly of mountain ranges and valleys. The highest point is Mount Tomur (7439 m), the peak of which is known as Pobeda Peak.
Powerful mountain ranges and huge closed intermountain depressions are the determining factor in the formation of natural and climatic conditions. The main territory of the country has a temperate climate, but the southern part of Kyrgyzstan belongs to the subtropics, so the climate there is predominantly continental and dry. And each of the seasons has its own distinct features. In the foothill plains and in the valleys, summer is hot, while in the highlands it is cool and even cold.
Water resources
Despite the fact that the territory of Kyrgyzstan does not border on the sea, the country has impressive water resources, which together number about 28 thousand rivers and sources.
The most famous lakes of Kyrgyzstan:
- Chatyr-Kul.
- Sary-Chelek.
- Issyk-Kul.
Many mountainous areas are covered with heavy icing. The largest glacier is Inylchek with a total area of 800 sq. km.
Only 7.3% of the total area is suitable for agriculture and agricultural work.
Nature of Kyrgyzstan and its diversity
On the territory of the country there are about 4000 species of representatives of the world of flora. The protected forests, located at an altitude of 2000-2500 meters, have various varieties of herbs and plants, including the beautiful Tien Shan spruce and edelweiss.
Among the representatives of wildlife, the number of which in Kyrgyzstan is represented by more than 500 species of individuals, there are animals listed in the Red Book. Red deer, snow leopard, bandage, Menzbier's marmot, gray monitor lizard, red wolf and Central Asian otter, and some other animals are on the verge of extinction, therefore, they are closely monitored by the nature protection societies of Kyrgyzstan in order to prevent the extinction of each of the species.
If you manage to get to 3,000 meters, you will surely be able to see some rare bird species.
Charming nature photos of Kyrgyzstan are a vivid confirmation of its unique and diverse ecosystem.
About 4.5% of the country's area, which is 761.3 thousand hectares, is under protection. The protected areas consist of eight national nature reserves (two of which are under the protection of UNESCO and have the status of a biosphere reserve), nine national parks and about 70 natural parks of various types.
Wonderful country Kyrgyzstan, its nature is unforgettable. Virgin forests, amazing alpine lakes, sparkling waterfalls, stormy river streams, healing mineral springs, and permafrost will not leave anyone indifferent who visits these wonderful lands at least once.
