Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
Kyrgyz is the official language, written in the Cyrillic alphabet. Russian is also widely spoken, and both languages use the same script.
Culture
Look for elements such as traditional clothing, horse-related culture, and yurts. Markets and outdoor bazaars are also common.
Miscellaneous
Google Street View may show unique geographical features like Issyk-Kul Lake, the largest lake in Central Asia, and the presence of nomadic lifestyles.
Capital
Bishkek
Environment & landscape
Environment
The landscape is characterized by mountainous terrain, particularly the Tien Shan mountains, vast steppes, and alpine meadows.
Infrastructure
Urban areas feature Soviet-era architecture, with a mix of modern buildings. Rural areas may have traditional yurts and small, low-rise structures.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include spruce, fir, and various deciduous trees, while grasses are typical of the highland steppes and valleys.
Topography
Kyrgyzstan is predominantly mountainous, featuring the Tien Shan mountain range, with many valleys and some flat areas in the lowlands.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates typically feature a blue band at the top with the country code 'KG'. The plates are white with black characters.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are primarily in Kyrgyz and Russian, often using Cyrillic script. Signs may include distinctive symbols related to local customs.
Stop
Stop signs in Kyrgyzstan typically read 'Стоп', which is the Cyrillic representation of 'stop'.
Bollards
Bollards in Kyrgyzstan are often simple concrete or metal posts, used mainly to control vehicle access in urban areas.
Poles
Utility poles in Kyrgyzstan are usually wooden or concrete and may have multiple lines for telephone and electricity, often with cross-arms to support the wires.