The Tien Shan · Celestial Mountains

Mountains

Kyrgyzstan is 90% mountains. From the 7,439 m crown of the Tien Shan to a glacial gorge an hour from Bishkek — these are the giants and the day-hikes that make this country a mountaineer's dream.

Up to 7,439 m Expeditions Day-hikes
The map

Where the peaks rise

The highest summits cluster on the eastern Chinese frontier; Ala-Archa sits right above the capital.

The peaks

Summits & gorges

From serious glaciated expeditions to a classic day-hike from Bishkek.