Altyn Arashan
Altyn-Arashan (translated as ‘Golden Spring’)
Altyn-Arashan (translated as ‘Golden Spring’) is a high—mountain gorge in the eastern part of the Terskey-Ala-Too ridge, located near the city of Karakol. This gorge is one of the most popular gorges in Kyrgyzstan due to its unique nature, hot springs located right in the gorge, extensive spruce forests and stunning views. Altyn-Arashan is also widely known for hot springs. They are located at a record height of 2,600 meters and have a healing effect due to the content of radon and hydrogen sulfide in the water, maintaining a high temperature all year round: 35 degrees for a radon source and 41 degrees for a hydrogen sulfide source. There are a large numbers of routes in Altyn-Arashan. This place is used as a base camp for radial exits, as a transshipment point on the way to Ala-Kol Lake, Ak-Suu gorge or Karakol Valley and Jety-Oguz mountains.
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Home to Endangered Wildlife
Altyn-Arashan is part of the Arashan State Nature Reserve, which protects rare species such as the snow leopard and the elusive ibex, making it a prime spot for eco-tourism and wildlife observation.
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Natural Wooden Hot Spring Baths
Visitors can soak in rustic wooden huts built over natural springs, surrounded by mountain scenery—an experience that combines comfort, tradition, and nature.
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Accessible by Off-Road Adventure
Reaching Altyn-Arashan requires an off-road journey through rugged terrain, often in a Soviet-era UAZ vehicle, adding a thrill of adventure before the peaceful immersion in nature.
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