The Shamsi Gorge is one of the most impressive places in Kyrgyzstan for jeep tours. Located just 120 kilometers from the capital, Bishkek, this gorge captivates with its natural beauty. Here, you will find steep and narrow slopes with impressive cliffs, and the Shamsi River creates numerous rocky rapids, making the area even more picturesque.

Shamsi Gorge is renowned for its mighty spruces, tall pines, and subalpine meadows, which are used as summer pastures for livestock.

At the upper part of the gorge, at an altitude of over 3500 meters, lies the Shamsi Pass, which connects the Chui and Kochkor Valleys, offering breathtaking views. Shamsi Gorge also holds secrets from ancient times. A mask made of pure gold was discovered here, believed by local elders to have belonged to an ancient queen named Shamsi, after whom the gorge was named. Visiting this place with a tour company from Bishkek will allow you to not only enjoy the incredible nature but also immerse yourself in the historical legend of Kyrgyzstan.

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