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Karakol: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Karakol, formerly Przhevalsk, is the fourth-largest city in Kyrgyzstan, near the eastern tip of Issyk-Kul, about 150 kilometres (93 mi) from the Kyrgyzstan–China border and 380 kilometres (240 mi) from the capital Bishkek.

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Now in the cityKarakol-1°CClear night · sunrise 07:21 AMupdated 11:57 PM
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Exchange rate⃀87.45per 1 $KGS — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Getting there and staying

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Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Removal of information about the World Nomad Games ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Karakol International Airport IKG2.4 km from the centre
Issyk-Kul International Airport IKU139 km from the centre
Almaty International Airport ALA146 km from the centre
Cities of Kyrgyzstan
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