Gallery of Fine Arts, Bishkek (must see)

The Gallery of Fine Arts is a very large gallery that displays the best of Kyrgyz art. There are numerous halls that feature a variety of art. You should especially visit the hall that exhibits traditional Kyrgyz folk art, portraits, applied arts and contemporary work from Russian and former Soviet republic artists. The traditional Kyrgyz embroidery exhibit is also worth a look. This exhibit showcases different hand-crafted items made by local women. There are also halls with Egyptian and Greek statues and artwork from India. The museum is open every day except Monday from 10 AM until 6 PM.