A view of Osh, the oldest city in Kyrgyzstan. It is a lively place with the largest and most crowded outdoor market in Central Asia which was a major market along the Silk Road and is now named the Great Silk Road Bazar in reference to its historical importance. [Photo by Chyngyz Kanatbek / provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. [Photo by Chyngyz Kanatbek / provided to chinadaily.com.cn]