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Digital Nomad Life in Kyrgyzstan

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By Betsy Burlingame

Summary: Kyrgyzstan is becoming increasingly popular as a destination for digital nomads. The most popular cities for digital nomads are Bishkek, Osh, and Karakol. Digital nomads like living in Kyrgyzstan because of its low cost of living, beautiful scenery, and friendly locals. A digital nomad can live comfortably on a monthly budget of around $1,000 USD. The culture of Kyrgyzstan is a mix of traditional nomadic and modern influences. The Kyrgyz people are known for their hospitality and strong sense of community. Foods popular in Kyrgyzstan include beshbarmak (boiled noodles with meat), manty (steamed dumplings), and plov (rice pilaf). Other popular dishes include shorpo (soup), lagman (noodle soup), and samsa (meat-filled pastries).

How do I meet people in Kyrgyzstan?

When we asked people living in Kyrgyzstan about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:

"Expats in Kyrgyzstan often join local clubs and activities such as hiking, skiing, and horseback riding. Expats can also join international organizations such as the American Women's Club of Bishkek or the International Women's Club of Bishkek. Additionally, expats can meet people by attending local events such as concerts, festivals, and art exhibitions. Expats can also meet people by attending language classes, volunteering, or joining a local gym. Finally, expats can meet people by attending meetups or networking events organized by local expat groups," said one person in Kyrgyzstan.

"Not many organized groups I heard of except the Harriers, a running/socializing group that meets every week. However, there are a load of volunteer activities, especially tutoring in English," said one expat who made the move to Bishkek.

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About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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