Guests of the World Nomad Games will be transported to Kyrchen for free on three routes
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- 300 minibuses will offer free transportation for visitors to the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan.
- The buses will operate on three routes connecting various locations to the Kyrchen gorge.
- Organizers emphasize the voluntary nature of participation for drivers, who will be provided with accommodation and meals.
Free transportation will be provided to attendees of the VI World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan, with 300 minibuses set to shuttle guests to the Kyrchen gorge. The initiative aims to facilitate access to the event, which runs from August 31 to September 6.
The Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure of the capital city, Bishkek, is coordinating the effort. The minibuses will follow three designated routes: Bayet village to Kyrchen gorge, Cholpon-Ata hippodrome to Kyrchen gorge, and Zharkynbaevo village to Kyrchen gorge. An additional 15 reserve minibuses and drivers will be on standby for immediate replacement in case of technical issues.
Bishkek Mayor Aybek Dzhunushaliev stressed that driver participation is voluntary during a meeting. "We are not forcing anyone," he stated, emphasizing the importance of quality service. The municipality will cover all associated costs for the drivers, including accommodation, meals, and technical support for the vehicles.
The World Nomad Games will primarily take place in the Issyk-Kul region, with the ethno-cultural program centered in the Kyrchen gorge. All participating vehicles will undergo technical inspections, and drivers will receive mandatory briefings to ensure smooth operations.
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.