Stuck in the Steppe (Patreon)

After several shorter trips over the past few months, I felt it was time again to broaden my horizons and explore a new part of the world. I wanted to visit a region I had never been to before, which led me to Central Asia. Since I still have monthly appointments with my dentist to get my teeth fixed, I cannot be away from home for extended periods. For that reason, I chose Kyrgyzstan, one of the smaller countries in Central Asia.

Kyrgyzstan is a diverse country, surrounded by impressive mountain ranges and situated between China and Kazakhstan. Its Soviet past has left a clear mark on the country, also in the railway network inherited from that era. The combination of beautiful landscapes, rich history, and a unique culture made it the perfect destination for an interesting journey.

Together with Shiey, I traveled to the small town of Balykchy on the shores of the vast Issyk-Kul Lake. From there the first part of our journey began.

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