Issyk-Kul Region, region in Kyrgyzstan
Issyk-Kul Region is surrounded by the Tien Shan mountains and hosts the tenth-largest lake in the world.
The region was officially established on November 21, 1939, within the Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic.
Traditional Kyrgyz yurts dot the landscape, representing the nomadic culture of the area.
Issyk-Kul Region is a popular tourist destination due to its stunning natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
The lake Issyk-Kul is known for never freezing, despite being located at an altitude of 1,607 meters.
Location: Kyrgyzstan
Inception: November 21, 1939
Capital city: Karakol
Population: 450700
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap