Off the beaten path: Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan is the land of ancient Scyths, the largest walnut forests and the possible grave site of Genghis Khan. The country has a lot to offer for the off the beaten path travelers that like to explore its mountains, meet the nomadic tribes with their weird customs, have some unusual food, learn about the fascinating history of this country and maybe even unravel some mysteries of the Issuk Kul lake.