Lake Sary-Chelek

Lake Sary-Chelek extends 7.5 kilometers through the Chatkal mountain range, displaying green-blue waters at an elevation of 1873 meters above sea level.

The formation of Lake Sary-Chelek resulted from geological events and earthquakes that created natural dams in the mountain valleys of the Tian Shan range.

Local communities maintain traditions of sustainable beekeeping near the lake, connecting to ancient practices that gave the water body its name, meaning yellow vessel.

Visitors can access the lake between May and October when water temperatures reach 19°C, though the remote location requires careful planning and proper equipment.

The lake ranks as the second deepest alpine water body in Kyrgyzstan and third in Central Asia, supporting over 1000 plant species in its surrounding reserve.

Location: Jalal-Abad Region

Elevation above the sea: 1,873 m

GPS coordinates: 41.89522,71.95733

Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:38