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New checkpoint and arch to be built in Kyrgyzstan's Kyrgyz-Ata Nature Park

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A project to build a new entrance arch and checkpoint has begun in the Kyrgyz-Ata State Nature Park.
  • The initiative aims to regulate entry, enhance control, and improve the park's appearance while also developing modern wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Established in 1992, the park is valued for its juniper forests, diverse flora and fauna, and scenic landscapes.

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan โ€“ Construction has commenced on a new entrance arch and checkpoint within the Kyrgyz-Ata State Nature Park, marking a significant step in the park's infrastructure development. A capsule-laying ceremony for the future complex took place on-site, attended by representatives from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, along with local authorities.

Officials emphasized the importance of not only preserving natural territories but also creating modern visitor facilities. The new entrance complex is designed to streamline access, strengthen security, and enhance the park's overall aesthetic. Concurrently, the park is undergoing the construction of modern wastewater treatment facilities, a crucial element aimed at reducing environmental impact and improving ecological safety.

Established in 1992 in the Nookat district of the Osh region, Kyrgyz-Ata State Nature Park is recognized for its valuable juniper forests, rich biodiversity, and picturesque natural landscapes. The ongoing infrastructure development, supported by the ministry, seeks to balance the conservation of this natural heritage with the goal of making visits more comfortable for tourists.

The project's implementation is viewed as a key component of the park's ecological infrastructure, promising to significantly lessen the burden on the environment and elevate the standard of ecological security within this specially protected natural zone.

It is important for natural parks not only to preserve territories but also to create modern conditions for their visit.

โ€” Zhenish SeidalievFirst Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, highlighting the dual goals of conservation and visitor experience.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.