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China reopens its borders with Kyrgyzstan

by Samuel MaretMarch 21, 2023
Lhasa
Lhasa

China reopens Torugart and Irkeshtam border crossings

While the Irkeshtam border crossing was already open a few days ago, the Torugart border pass is now also open to tourists. 

The Irkeshtam Pass connects the Chinese city of Kashgar with the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan. The Torugart Pass, located south of Kashgar, which connects the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek, is open to tourists on the condition that the crossing is organised by certified tour operators. For more information, please contact us.

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The jailoo, much like the alpine pastures of the Alps, are fragile paradises that must be respected. On the foothills of the Kyrgyz mountains, they represent a magnificent space of freedom where outdoor activities know no bounds. 

For farmers, it is primarily the place where they graze their livestock. For city dwellers from Bishkek or Kazakhstan, the jailoo are places dedicated to rest, symbolizing a return to nature and a peaceful life in the great outdoors. 

I have repeatedly traveled through the picturesque jailoos between the valleys of Jeti Oguz and Chong Kyzyl Suu, and in this blog, I share the story of my most recent stay.