Fact 1
The people of Kyrgyzstan love tea and it is as if no one knows what water is. Every single meal is accompanied by tea here. Instead of in cups, it is served in small bowls and traditional Kyrgyz bread is almost always ordered with it.
Fact 2
Handshaking is ingrained in the Kyrgyz culture. People shake hands almost every time they meet each other even if you they work in the same place and meet 5 times a day. However, if you are here, don’t try to shake hands with women- it is considered rude.
Fact 3
The country is essentially a very safe one but it is a little disconcerting to note that there are hardly any street lights anywhere. Even the capital-city of Bishkek is barely lit after dark.
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