Kyrchyn Gorge
Кырчын жайлоосу
A high-altitude pasture in the mountains northeast of Cholpon-Ata, the main cultural venue of the World Nomad Games, with a yurt village and horseback competitions.
Kyrchyn Gorge is a broad alpine pasture in the Kungey Alatau northeast of Cholpon-Ata. Since 2014, several editions of the World Nomad Games have set up a yurt village here, hosting events such as kok-boru (goat polo), horseback wrestling, falconry, archery and traditional song and dance. (Some events of the 6th edition in 2026 are also being held here.) Outside the competition periods, it serves as a summer pasture where visitors can ride horses and stay in yurts. The journey involves mountain roads, so hiring an off-road vehicle is recommended. Event years and dates should be confirmed with official announcements.
Opening hours
Summer (event dates may differ)
Nearby sights
- Semenov Gorge (Semyonovka Gorge)
- Grigoryevka Gorge (Chon-Ak-Suu)
- Bosteri
- Rukh Ordo Cultural Center
- Cholpon-Ata Beach
- Cholpon-Ata Petroglyphs
- Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon
- Tamga-Tash