Kyrgyzstan: Nature, its diversity and uniqueness

Crystal clear air, picturesque lakes, fresh 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 in different seasons living and inanimate nature is the main treasure of the country.

The 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 - this is sometimes called Kyrgyzstan, whose nature consists mainly of mountain ranges and valleys. The highest point is the mountain of Tomur (7439 m), the peak of which is known as the Peak of Victory.

Powerful mountain ranges and huge closed intermontane depressions serve as a determining factor in the formation of natural and climatic conditions. The main territory of the country has a moderate climate, but the southern part of Kyrgyzstan belongs to the subtropics, so the climate there is mostly continental and dry. And each of the seasons has its own distinct features. The foothills in the plains and valleys are hot in summer, and in the highlands it is cool and even cold.

Water resources

Despite the fact that the territory of Kyrgyzstan does not border the sea, the country has impressive water resources, which together account for about 28 thousand rivers and sources.

The most famous lakes of Kyrgyzstan:

• Chatir-Kul.
• Sary-Chelek.
• Issyk-Kul.

Numerous mountain areas are covered with powerful icing. The largest glacier is Inylchek with a total area of 800 square meters. Km.

Only 7.3% of the total area is suitable for farming and agricultural work.

The nature of Kyrgyzstan and its diversity

About 4000 species of representatives of the world of flora grow on the territory of the country. Reserve forests, located at an altitude of 2000-2500 meters, have various varieties of herbs and plants, including a beautiful Tien Shan spruce and edelweiss.

Among 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. A noble deer, a snow leopard, a dressing, a Mensbir marmot, a gray monitor, a red wolf and a Central Asian otter, and some other animals are on the verge of extinction, so they are closely monitored by the conservation societies of Kyrgyzstan to prevent the extinction of each species.

If you can get to a height of 3000 meters, then for sure you can see some rare species of birds.

A fascinating photo of the nature of Kyrgyzstan is a vivid confirmation of its unique and diverse ecosystem.

About 4.5% of the country's area, and this is 761.3 thousand million hectares, is under protection. Protected areas consist of eight state nature reserves (two of which are protected by UNESCO and have the status of a biosphere reserve), nine national parks and about 70 nature parks of various types.

Wonderful country of Kyrgyzstan, its nature is unforgettable. The virgin forests, amazing high-mountainous lakes, sparkling waterfalls, turbulent river streams, curative mineral springs, and the permafrost will not leave anyone indifferent who will even visit these wonderful lands at least once.