ZUM Souvenirs Floor, Bishkek

ZUM is a large shop that used to be found in all cities of the former Soviet Union. This typical Soviet department store sells everything, from toiletries to new electronics, but if you go up to the top floor you will find local Bishkek souvenirs. These range from jewels to Bishkek rugs to pottery and more. There are also antiques that were sold during the Soviet era.

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Sight Name: ZUM Souvenirs Floor
Sight Location: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (See walking tours in Bishkek)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles

Monuments Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.8 Km or 3 Miles

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Set against the backdrop of Central Asia's Tian Shan mountains at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level, Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, abounds in spacious squares, wide boulevards, marble-faced public buildings and multiple monuments reflecting the country's history including, primarily, the Soviet period. These and other prominent sights make up this tour and allow visitors to... view more

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.8 Km or 3.6 Miles