Sacred Sites

Throughout history and across cultures, sacred sites have played a profound role in shaping individual and collective identity. These revered locations, be they temples, mountains, or cemeteries, serve as powerful symbols that connect people to their heritage, traditions, and belief systems. By providing a physical space for rituals, stories, and shared experiences, sacred sites foster a sense of belonging and continuity, reminding individuals of their place within a larger narrative that transcends generations.

Exploring Bishkek’s Mosques

The Kyrgyz capital of Bishkek today features mosques scattered throughout its streets. Amazingly, nearly all of these mosques were constructed after the Kyrgyz Republic declared independence in 1991. The city was constructed mostly by Tsarist Russia and the USSR, neither of which encouraged the construction of mosques. The construction boom in Bishkek is testament to […]

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