Lake Köl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan
Remote even by Kyrgyzstan standards, magnificent Köl-Suu lake stretches over 10km through a sheer mountain gorge that reaches nearly to the Chinese border. It’s hard to grasp the true scale until locally run boat trips strike out for the centre of the lake, where they seemed dwarfed by rock walls on every side. At 3500m the weather here can change rapidly so be sure to pack warm and carry extra provisions.
Epic Kyrgyzstan Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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