Tag: Karakol
Beyond the postcard: An exhibition in Kyrgyzstan puts everyday life in the frame
An unusual photography exhibition at Karakol Bus Station challenges conventional images of Kyrgyzstan. Featuring works by more than 50 amateur photographers, Kyrgyzstan Beyond the Postcard explores everyday urban life and… [...]
Queen of Hearts
Three card players are playing a game at the Karakol market in Kyrgyzstan. Intended for the sale of livestock, the Karakol market is held every Sunday from sunrise. [...]
First outing
This very young calf would no doubt like to join the rest of the herd as soon as possible, but the herdsman’s young son has decided to test its… [...]
Trade in Sheep
In winter, the sheep traded on the market are protected from the cold temperatures of Karakol thanks to their wool. Credit: Davide Pilloni (@flip_khan, Italy) Find… [...]
Quality Requirments
The cattle market in Karakol, Kyrgyzstan starts early in the morning, even in winter. The purchase of livestock and pack animals must be well thought out –… [...]
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Russian Style
Russian-style house, in the sunset of Karakol in Kyrgyzstan. Credit: Anir Amsky Find all of our photos of the day. You… [...]
Old Colonial House
An old colonial house in Karakol, Kyrgyzstan, formerly known as Przhevalsk. Credit: Anir Amsky Find all of our photos of the… [...]
Russian atmosphere
A russian atmosphere in Karakol, Kyrgyzstan, with wooden architecture among the birches. Credit: Anir Amsky Find all of our photos of the day here. [...]
Karakol sunset
A bike ride under the sunset of Karakol. Credit: Irina Unruh (Germany) This photo is part of our series “Central Asia through the lens of …”, where we… [...]