Epic Mountain Passes of Kyrgyzstan

Epic mountain passes of Kyrgyzstan 😍⁠ ⁠ One major highlight of Kyrgyzstan is all of the mountain passes you’ll inevitably visit when hiking or driving through the country. 🏔️⁠ ⁠ You can swipe right 👉 to see some of my favorite mountain pass views, including (in order) ⬇️⁠ ⁠ ✨Moldo Ashuu Pass. I visited this stunning mountain pass at 10,977 feet while driving from Song Kol Lake to Kazarman Village.⁠ ⁠ ✨Kosh Moinok Pass. While a difficult hike is required, you'll forget your pain as you gaze south toward the Pamir Mountains and north toward the Alay Mountains from 10,352 feet.⁠ ⁠ ✨Sary Mogol Pass. While getting to this pass was extremely strenuous, the snowy view from 14,118 feet was one of my favorites of the trip.⁠ ⁠ ✨Sarybell Pass. Reaching this pass at 10,276 feet requires a moderate hike, and you’ll be rewarded with views of the Pamir and Alay Mountain ranges at once.⁠ ⁠ ✨Taldyk Pass. Located along the scenic Pamir Highway, you’ll take in views from 11,860 feet and see how the road winds above the valley with tremendous drops.⁠ ⁠ ✨Traveler’s Pass. Okay, so while I did part of the hike to this 13,616-foot pass from Tulpar Lake, the trail eventually became covered in snow and ice, so I switched to the Kyzyl Bel Trail which provided a similar view.⁠ ⁠ ✨Kalmak Ashuu Pass. I visited this pass at 11,483 feet while driving from Bokonbaevo Village to Song Kol Lake.⁠ ⁠ 🛑 Note: To visit these beautiful mountain passes, visit in the summer or fall when the trails and roads aren’t closed or hard to do.⁠ ⁠ What is your favorite destination for stunning mountain views? 🌎 #JOAJKyrgyzstan⁠