Kyrgyzstan is included in The Guardian’s top travel destinations for 2025 list, highlighting its growing global appeal as a unique spot for ethnic and cultural tourism. Known for its dramatic mountain scenery, nomadic traditions, and warm hospitality, Kyrgyzstan offers visitors a chance to experience a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. From yurt stays on alpine pastures to horseback trekking along Silk Road routes, travellers can enjoy authentic, community-led experiences.

Community-based tourism is growing rapidly in Kyrgyzstan, offering visitors the chance to stay with local families. Travellers can take part in daily life, learning to cook traditional meals, ride with shepherds, and join village festivals. These programs not only offer deeper cultural insight but also provide sustainable income to rural communities. As global travellers seek more meaningful and responsible ways to explore the world, Kyrgyzstan is positioning itself as a must-visit destination for those wanting to go beyond the usual tourist path.