Soviet Walking Tours & Articles
Discover Soviet history on foot with our carefully curated walking tours and in-depth articles. These guides take you through must-see mosaics, monuments, and modernist architecture, offering historical insights and context along the way.
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Welcome to the capital of Kyrgyzstan! We’re in luck – there are many Soviet gems still to be found here. We have created a 8.7km self-guided walk in the city which covers most (and the best!) of them. Introduction Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, is a treasure trove of Soviet-era public art, mosaics, and monumental…
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Bus stops are more than mere functional waiting spaces as we know them. Specifically in the former Soviet Union – a region known for its concrete and standardized architectural philosophy, bus stops have been designed in very unique and colourful ways. Surprisingly, they have been designed with unique and obscure characteristics, are adorned with colourful…
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In the shadow of the majestic Alay Mountains and just a few kilometers from the Uzbek border, Osh might be best known for its sacred Sulayman Mountain or bustling bazaar. But for those who look beyond the usual tourist paths, this southern Kyrgyz city offers something rarer: a rich, fading tapestry of Soviet-era public art,…
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Welcome to the capital of Kyrgyzstan! We’re in luck – there are many Soviet gems…
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Bus stops are more than mere functional waiting spaces as we know them. Specifically in…
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In the shadow of the majestic Alay Mountains and just a few kilometers from the…
Artworks and their significance
Each artwork tells a story. In this section, we dive deeper into a curated selection of photographs – exploring their canvas and uncovering the artistic techniques, ideological messages, and cultural significance they hold.
Only a selection of photographs is featured here.
For a gallery of all images, visit our Gallery section.
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Additional Resources & Further Reading
Want to explore more of Kyrgyzstan? Here, you’ll find a collection of maps, websites, books, social media pages and more, dedicated to its Soviet public art and architecture. These resources will help you discover more of the artistic and historical landscape of the former Kyrgyz SSR.
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