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Tamchy

Place in Issyk-Kul Region, Kyrgyzstan

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Overview

Tamchy (тамчы) is a small city in Kyrgyzstan. Tamchy is located in the Issyk Kul Province and is a wonderful place to experience the lake.

Where to eat, drink and stay

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Valenciacosts €10 per person a night (2009)
small hotel run by Russian family. Smallest double, full board, pool, hot shower, European toilet and very well kept garden with altans.
Price
costs €10 per person a night (2009)
Directions
eastern end of village

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Getting there

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Getting around

Tamchy has no bus station, and upon arriving in Tamchy you will be dropped off on its largest street, Manas (Манас). Tamchy is a very small town and walking is the best way to get around.

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Itineraries

Pamir Highway

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Silk Road

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Culture & history

Mongol Empire

The Mongols came to rule much of Asia and Europe during the 13th century, becoming the largest contiguous land empire ever, and second only to the British Empire in total land area.

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Soviet Union

The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) (Russian: Союз Советских Социалистических Республик (СССР)), or Soviet Union, emerged as the successor state to the Russian Empire in 1917, and was dissolved in 1991.

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Get inThe easiest and cheapest way to get to Tamchy is by minibus. From Bishkek, a minibus should cost about 200 som per person. Another option is to take a private taxi, although this will be more expensive.

Get aroundTamchy has no bus station, and upon arriving in Tamchy you will be dropped off on its largest street, Manas (Манас). Tamchy is a very small town and walking is the best way to get around.

SeeTamchy has one small mosque located on Manas St. A World War II Monument and a small local museum can be found between Junushaliev St. and Babash St.

DoThe main attraction here is the beach, where you can swim and walk around. You can also hike to the mountains to the north, or coordinate activities with the local CBT.

BuyTamchy has one handicraft shop, on Babash St., and many B&Bs will offer you similar items.

EatA few cafes can be found near the beach offering Central Asian and Russian dishes. Notice that there are no open restaurants or cafes outside the summer season. Shashlik, lagman and plov are favorite dishes here.

DrinkAlong the beach is one disco serving drinks and playing music, and most cafes serve beer and vodka (summer only).

SleepMost of the houses in Tamchy seem to offer accommodation, with prices between 150-200 som per person per night. Look for signs that say "Комнаты", "rooms", or just ask around.

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