Bishkek : USSR History , Soviet Architects , Statues & Mosaics

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About this activity

Bishkek is the Capital of the Kyrgyzstan where there is great influence of the Russian Empire and Soviet Union during 1867 till 1991. Therefore , there is variety of Arts, mosaics , statues and architectural buildings from Soviet union and Russian empire which is quite interesting to praised .You will able to see the immense history of Kirgizia when it was not part of Russian Empire.

Like many other great Soviet cities, Kyrgyzstan’s capital was renamed under communism. The Bishkek born Bolshevik hero Mikhail Frunze lent his name to the city for more than sixty years. During this time, a change in name wasn’t the only revamp Bishkek experienced. In true Soviet fashion, the city underwent a physical transformation. People’s art adorned the walls of apartment blocks, work buildings and public spaces. Imposing Socialist Modernism architecture dominated civic design. Parks and green spaces sprung up across the city. It’s a legacy that endures to this day.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Punjabi, Hindi, Pashto, English, Urdu
Operated by: Tourdeplanet

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Recommendations for Best Local Food spots
Included: Mentioned Language Guides
Included: Recommendations for Best spots in Kyrgyzstan
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Food or Braveges
Not included: Any Insurances
Not included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

Ala-Too Square

10 min

The Center of the city is Ala too square here you will see the best architect of the Soviet Buildings and the statues which were removed after 1991
Flagstaff With Country Flag

5 min

You will able to know the Purpose of Kyrgyz flag and its logo and color importance for the Kyrgyz people. Moreover , You will learn about Nomadic lifestyle of Kyrgyz nation.
State History Museum

Passing by

The museum contains literally thousands of exhibits about the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people, whose sculptures and objects date from antiquity to the end of the 20th century.
Manas Statue

5 min

You will see the the immense statue of Kyrgyz famous hero Manas statue and will able to know about his life and his collaboration for Kyrgyz nation.
Stop 5

10 min

Established in the early 1960s, Ala Too Cinema holds the distinction of being the oldest movie theater in Kyrgyzstan. The most amazing thing you will see is the mosaics on it.
Stop 6

5 min

National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev is one of the unique architect of Bishkek. You will able to know about the art works which were brought by famous artists of the Russia.
Stop 7

5 min

The Maldybaev Opera and Ballet Theater, opened in 1937 in Bishkek as a Musical Drama Theater. During his long career, a large number of performances have been staged at the Maldybayev Opera and Ballet Theater.
Victory Square

10 min

The Victory Square is a public square in the city of Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. It is dedicated to the Victory over Nazi Germany. It was created in 1985, on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
Stop 9

5 min

The National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic is the legal deposit and copyright agency for Kyrgyzstan. It was founded in 1934. It has a collection of 6 million documents in 89 languages from around the world.
Stop 10

5 min

The Communist Manifesto

Written jointly by Marx and Engels from December 1847 to January 1848, The Communist Manifesto was first published on 21 February 1848. The Communist Manifesto laid out the beliefs of the new Communist League.
Vladimir Lenin Statue

5 min

The Lenin Statue in Bishkek was erected in 1984, during the 60th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Soviet Socialist Republic. Shortly after the fall of communism in 1991, all Lenin statues were taken down. However, Bishkek’s Lenin stood in the same square until 2003.
Panfilov Park

5 min

Panfilov Park is a city memorial located near Old Square and Manas Square .The park bears the name of Hero of the Soviet Union, and the chairman of the Military Committee of the Kirghiz SSR, Ivan Panfilov.
Stop 13

5 min

A big mosaics on the textile factory shows the working women power which made the soviet nation powerful.
Stop 14

10 min

The Philharmonic Society, founded on 7 October 1936 on the basis of the orchestra of folk instruments, did not have its own concert hall for many years, with the concerts being staged in the halls of Komvuz as well as the hall of the Ministry of Agriculture.
Stop 15

10 min

Bishkek City Hall is the Mayor House of the Bishkek City and is made in unique stalin architecture of the Building.

Note: The remaining time is for the round tour and time spent sightseeing or explorations.