Karakol is not just a gateway to the Issyk-Kul lake and the Tien Shan mountains; the city stands at the crossroads between East and West. Its colorful past is woven from vibrant cultures and courageous peoples, each of which has left its bright mark in the history of the city over the centuries. Wandering Karakol means wandering through the history of the city, which is well located on the path to the natural wonders that surround the city. Dungan Mosque You have not seen such a mosque before. Constructed without a single nail, its intricate wooden sections are built into each other like puzzle pieces. Designed by the Chinese between 1907-1910. for the local Dungan community, the mosque creates an image unusual for the city - like a wheel of fire and a pagoda instead of a minaret, evoking memories of the pre-Islamic, Buddhist roots of the Dungan people. Learn more about the Dungan Mosque. Holy Trinity Cathedral This Russian Orthodox Church, built in 1869, is reminiscent of the time of Karakol, when it was a garrison city on the outskirts of the Russian Empire. At that time, it was a church and a chapel for the Cossacks and other troops - those who were far from home and, perhaps, wanted to pray for their families and a safe return to their homes. During Soviet times, the church building was used for various purposes, including as a dance hall for several years. Today it serves as one of the city's main attractions. Learn more about the history of the church. www.KyrgyzGuides.com #sight #sighteeing #sights #sightsee #sightseen #sightings #sightseeingtour #centralasiaguides #kyrgyzguides #karakol #visitkarakol #karakoltour #karakolkyrgyzstan #architecture #architecturephotography #architecturelovers #architecturedesign #architecturephoto #architectureanddesign #architecturepicture #architectureart #architecturephotographer #history #historymuseum #worldhistory #historyofarchitecture #historyplace #historytour #historyofarchitecture #historyinpictures (at Issyk-Kul Region) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTPsBiYIgRt/?utm_medium=tumblr
