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What is kok-boru, a traditional Kyrgyz game?
Kok-boru is a local version of polo that is very popular in Kyrgyzstan. It involves passing a goat carcass between two opposing goals on horseback in a competitive and festive atmosphere.
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Why is Nauryz an essential celebration in Kyrgyzstan?
Nauryz is the celebration of the New Year in Persian tradition. In Kyrgyzstan, this celebration marks the arrival of spring and is an opportunity to share food, music, and ancestral traditions.
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What are the main historical sites related to the Silk Road in Kyrgyzstan?
Sites like the fortified town of Tash Rabat and the petroglyphs of Saimaly-Tash attest to the critical role played by Kyrgyzstan on the Silk Road as a zone of passage and exchange between East Asia and the West.