House of PaintersDriving Photo - a few photos as we depart Bishkek for Issyk Kul Lake with stops along the way.Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#5055Larry L. Jackson
Main Power StationDriving Photo - Coal fired power plant with the Kyrgyz Ala-Too Range, the Northern spur of the Tian Shan Mountains.Bishkek to Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0156Larry L. Jackson
15,994 ft Semenov Tian-Shanski PeakDriving PhotoBishkek to Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0161Larry L. Jackson
CornDriving PhotoBishkek to Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0162Larry L. Jackson
ProduceDriving PhotoBishkek to Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0164Larry L. Jackson
CabbageDriving PhotoBishkek to Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0165Larry L. Jackson
Kyrgyzstan Airforce MiG-23MS #25Driving PhotoTokmok, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0166Larry L. Jackson
Grinding StoneCultural items have been moved here for preservation.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#5060Larry L. Jackson
Grinding StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#5063Larry L. Jackson
BalasagunOur guide rushed us over to this vantage point for the best overall view.Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0172Larry L. Jackson
Archeological Site & ArtifactsThe mound is where the ancient city of Balasagun, the capital of the 10 to 13th century Karakhanid Khanate was located.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0175Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneTomb stones from across the area were brought here for preservation.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0182Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0183Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0185Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0187Larry L. Jackson
PetroglyphProbably the Siberian Ibex.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0189Larry L. Jackson
PetroglyphLikely the Caspian Deer.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0190Larry L. Jackson
PetroglyphBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0191Larry L. Jackson
LichenBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0192Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0194Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0195Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0196Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0197Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0200Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0201Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0202Larry L. Jackson
Tomb StoneBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0203Larry L. Jackson
Archeological DigThe location of the city a thousand years ago.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0204Larry L. Jackson
Burana TowerBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0205Larry L. Jackson
Information SignBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0208Larry L. Jackson
Information SignDetails of the Tomb Stones.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0209Larry L. Jackson
Information SignPetroglyph details.Balasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0210Larry L. Jackson
MausoleumsBalasagun, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0212Larry L. Jackson
PersonDespite no common language, this person and I joked around and had a good time.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0215Larry L. Jackson
Horse MilkingThree people required and the colt wondering what is going on.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0249Larry L. Jackson
Horse MilkingFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0242Larry L. Jackson
PersonThere wasn't much milk, but an interesting demonstration.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0260Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#5065Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0264Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0269Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0272Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0274Larry L. Jackson
Setting up YurtFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0277Larry L. Jackson
Completed YurtSince this was just a demonstration, the interior carpets and final touches were omitted.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0285Larry L. Jackson
Yurt InteriorFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#5074Larry L. Jackson
PersonWatching the set up.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0266Larry L. Jackson
CowAlso watching the set up.Family Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0232Larry L. Jackson
CowFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0233Larry L. Jackson
CowsFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0234Larry L. Jackson
HomeFamily Compound, Burana, Kyrgyzstan, September 22, 20252025-09-22#0227Larry L. Jackson
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