Kyrgyz Collection

Map of Soviet Central Asia - showing marked tour routes. Date: 1933

Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and Western Asians wear wool fabrics
6202820 Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and Western Asians wear wool fabrics; (add.info.: "Tyrolean, Parisian, Chirghise, Europeans and West Asians dress in wool fabrics")

Costumes of Kyrgyz women in embroidered dresses with cylindrical hats and shawls, fringes
FLO4624810 Costumes of Kyrgyz women in embroidered dresses with cylindrical hats and shawls, fringes, and men with muskets and pitchforks

Costumes of Kyrgyz men with their distinctive hats, and a rear view of a woman in robes with shawl, embroidery
FLO4624788 Costumes of Kyrgyz men with their distinctive hats, and a rear view of a woman in robes with shawl, embroidery, fringes, etc

A wealthy Kyrgyz family
5312029 A wealthy Kyrgyz family; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy Kyrgyz family from Eastern Siberia outside their portable home. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

'Kirghiz Interior; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Kirghiz Interior; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Kirghiz Cradle, 1870. Creator: LK Poltoratskaia
Kirghiz Cradle, 1870. From a 42-page album of photographs depicting the Altai, or Altay, region of eastern Siberia and adjoining parts of present-day Kazakhstan, including the city of Semipalatinsk

Interior of the tent of the Sultan of the Inner Kyrgyz Horde, Devlet-Girey, 1862. Creator: Karlis Huns
Interior of the tent of the Sultan of the Inner Kyrgyz Horde, Devlet-Girey. 1862. Sheet 49 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1

Kyrgyzska and Kyrgyz, 1862. Creator: Karlis Huns
Kyrgyzska and Kyrgyz, 1862. Sheet 48 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1

Kyrgyz-Kazakhs of the Middle Horde Paying a Tax by the Tsar's Decree, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27)

Man, probably Kazakh or Burut, between 1870 and 1886. Creator: Unknown
Man, probably Kazakh or Burut, between 1870 and 1886

Kirgiz Wrestling: Views in the Zaisan District, 1909. Creator: Nikolai Georgievich Katanaev
Kirgiz Wrestling: Views in the Zaisan District, 1909. This image is from Vidy territorii Sibirskogo kazach'ego voiska (Views of the territory of the Siberian Cossack Host)

Manas monument, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Balbals, ancient Turkic sculptures (6th-10th century), near Burana tower, Chuy oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz women in traditional costume. Illustration from Peter Simon Pallas Travels through the southern provinces of the Russia Empire, 1812

Kalpak (Al-Kalpak), the traditional felt hat of Kyrgyzstan. Jayma Bazaar, one of the greatest traditional markets in central Asia

Kirghiz Individuals: a Singer, 1870. Creator: LK Poltoratskaia
Kirghiz Individuals: a Singer, 1870. From a 42-page album of photographs depicting the Altai, or Altay, region of eastern Siberia and adjoining parts of present-day Kazakhstan

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, nuts, dried fruit & sweets

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, a local woman fills a bag with nuts

Kyrgyzstan, Issyk Kul Lake, golden eagle hunter

Burana tower minaret (9th century), Chuy oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Ala Kul (Ala Kol) lake (3560 m), Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Altyn Arashan river and valley, Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Altyn Arashan valley, Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Cholpon Ata petroglyphs, Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Yurt (Nomads tent) in Tash Rabat valley, Naryn oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Road from Torugart pass to Tash Rabat valley, Naryn oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Muslim cemetery, Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Jeti Oguz Rocks, near Karakol, Issyk Kul oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Road to Song Kol lake, Naryn oblast, Kyrgyzstan

Rock formation around the alpine Koel-Suu lake, Kurumduk valley, Naryn province, Kyrgyzstan
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Wild gorge, Naryn Province, Kyrgyzstan
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Kakshaal Too mountains reflecting in an alpine lake, Tian Shan mountain range near the Chinese border, Naryn Region
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Sunset over the Central Tien Shan Mountains and glacier river, Kurumduk valley, Naryn province, Kyrgyzstan
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Costumes of Kyrgyz men and woman
Costumes of Kyrgyz men with their distinctive hats, and a rear view of a woman in robes with shawl, embroidery, fringes, etc

A musician from Kyrgyzstan (engraving)
3647861 A musician from Kyrgyzstan (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A musician from Kyrgyzstan)

Prince and Head of State of the Kirghiz people, c. 1820s-30s (coloured engraving)
468743 Prince and Head of State of the Kirghiz people, c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jayma Bazaar, one of the greatest traditional markets in central Asia. City Osh in the Fergana Valley close to the border to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Landscape in the foothills of the Fergana mountain range (Ferganskij xrebet) close to the border to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Karakhanid Minaret dating back to the 12th century. City Uzgen (Oesgoen, Usgen) close to the border to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Traditional bread called Lepjoschka. Jayma Bazaar, one of the greatest traditional markets in central Asia. City Osh in the Fergana Valley close to the border to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Karakhanid mausoleum dating back to the 12th century. City Uzgen (Oesgoen, Usgen) close to the border to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Kirghiz yourta by the River Chu, 1869-1870, (1965). Creator: Vasily Vereshchagin
Kirghiz yourta by the River Chu, 1869-1870, (1965). Yurts (or gers) in Central Asia. Painting, also known as Kirghiz Tents on the River Chu, in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Kyrgyz crossing a river, Kyrgyzstan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Kashgar, Xinjiang, China
Kashgar - the westernmost city in China, located near the border with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Within the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Date: circa 1907

Home of the Kyrgyz people near Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Winter homes (yurts) of Kyrgyz people near Tashkent, Uzbekistan. There are still 250, 000 Kyrgyz living in Uzbekistan. Date: circa 1910s

Kyrgyz man in tall hat, coat over boots, carrying a musket.. Handcolored woodcut from Auguste Wahlens Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World, Brussels, 1845

Kyrgyz men hunting with falcons, dogs and guns.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

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Discover the enchanting world of Kyrgyzstan, a land steeped in rich history and breathtaking natural beauty. From the Map of Soviet Central Asia to the iconic Manas monument in Bishkek, this country is a treasure trove of cultural wonders. Explore the ancient Turkic sculptures known as Balbals near Burana tower, transporting you back to the 6th-10th century. Witness the grace and elegance women adorned in traditional costumes, their vibrant attire reflecting their deep-rooted heritage. Don't miss out on experiencing the Kalpak, the traditional felt hat that symbolizes Kyrgyzstan's identity. Venture beyond borders to Kashgar in Xinjiang, China, where Kyrgyz influences intertwine with Chinese culture. Immerse yourself in bustling markets like Osh bazaar in Bishkek, filled with an array of tantalizing nuts, dried fruits, and sweets that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Marvel at a local woman skillfully filling her bag with nuts at Osh bazaar while absorbing the vibrant atmosphere surrounding you. Journey to Issyk Kul Lake and witness a golden eagle hunter showcasing his age-old tradition against a backdrop of stunning natural landscapes. Stand awestruck before Burana tower minaret dating back to the 9th century; its towering presence reminding us of Kyrgyzstan's historical significance. Embark on an adventure to Ala Kul lake nestled high up at 3560 meters above sea level; its pristine waters mirroring snow-capped peaks that surround it. Indulge your senses further by exploring Altyn Arashan river and valley; let nature's serenity wash over you as you immerse yourself amidst this picturesque setting. In every corner of Kyrgyzstan lies untold stories waiting to be discovered – tales etched into its landscapes and woven into its people's hearts.