Kyrgyzstan

Soviet Walking Tours & Articles

Discover Soviet art and history with our in-depth articles and carefully curated walking tours. These guides take you through must-see mosaics, monuments, and modernist architecture, offering historical insights and context along the way.

  • A (self-guided) Soviet walking tour in Bishkek

    A (self-guided) Soviet walking tour in Bishkek

    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…

Artworks and their story

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 monumental artworks is featured here. For all images of Kyrgyzstan, visit the Gallery.

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Resources & Further Reading

Want to explore 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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