This story is certainly a tragedy that claimed lots of lives, displacing and even killing thousands of people. Believe it or not, it is now actually safe to visit the exclusion zone which was evacuated and still remains uninhabited after the disaster.

The town that was closest to the nuclear power plant, Pripyat, is a focus of these tours, and for good reason. While the Soviet Union is long gone, it turns out that Pripyat is a place where people can experience what life looked like in the country in the 21st century.

The Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, leaving the singular society that once defined it behind. Since Pripyat was abandoned in 1986, however, it’s still possible to see how people once lived in the Soviet Union.

Formerly-inhabited houses and apartments are often a stop on Chernobyl tours in Pripyat, and the old-style decorations and living conditions perfectly represent what life was like in the country.

It’s also possible to walk through schools, shops, and even a children’s amusement that are representative of what life was once like under the regime.

Don’t miss your chance to see what Soviet society really looked out while in Ukraine on a tour of Pripyat!

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Located just to the north of the imposing Tian Shan mountain range that dominates most of Kyrgyzstan, the city can be used as a gateway for visiting this natural area. But, the city in itself also deserves mention as a unique and quirky destination.

Bishkek has been inhabited since only around 1825, when it was established as a trading center on the Silk Road. The long period of Soviet rule means that the city’s architecture and design prominently feature ideas that dominated during the era of the Soviet Union.

As we mentioned, Soviet themes dominate Bishkek, and one of the top things to see in the city is the Ala-Too Square, which was built in 1984 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Soviet Republic.

This square includes the State Historical Museum, which chronicles the city and country’s history and features a large statue of Vladimir Lenin.

Also, in Bishkek, be sure to check out the Osh Bazaar, a place where goods and food are traded and sold. Here, you can sample Kyrgyz dishes like steamed dumplings called manty which are stuffed with meat and onions.

It’s truly a fantastic option for travelers looking for an off-the-beaten path destination.

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This story is certainly a tragedy that claimed lots of lives, displacing and even killing thousands of people. Believe it or not, it is now actually safe to visit the exclusion zone which was evacuated and still remains uninhabited after the disaster.

The town that was closest to the nuclear power plant, Pripyat, is a focus of these tours, and for good reason. While the Soviet Union is long gone, it turns out that Pripyat is a place where people can experience what life looked like in the country in the 21st century.

The Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, leaving the singular society that once defined it behind. Since Pripyat was abandoned in 1986, however, it’s still possible to see how people once lived in the Soviet Union.

Formerly-inhabited houses and apartments are often a stop on Chernobyl tours in Pripyat, and the old-style decorations and living conditions perfectly represent what life was like in the country.

It’s also possible to walk through schools, shops, and even a children’s amusement that are representative of what life was once like under the regime.

Don’t miss your chance to see what Soviet society really looked out while in Ukraine on a tour of Pripyat!

The post Visiting Pripyat is an Authentic Look into Soviet Society appeared first on Traveler Master.

Located just to the north of the imposing Tian Shan mountain range that dominates most of Kyrgyzstan, the city can be used as a gateway for visiting this natural area. But, the city in itself also deserves mention as a unique and quirky destination.

Bishkek has been inhabited since only around 1825, when it was established as a trading center on the Silk Road. The long period of Soviet rule means that the city’s architecture and design prominently feature ideas that dominated during the era of the Soviet Union.

As we mentioned, Soviet themes dominate Bishkek, and one of the top things to see in the city is the Ala-Too Square, which was built in 1984 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Soviet Republic.

This square includes the State Historical Museum, which chronicles the city and country’s history and features a large statue of Vladimir Lenin.

Also, in Bishkek, be sure to check out the Osh Bazaar, a place where goods and food are traded and sold. Here, you can sample Kyrgyz dishes like steamed dumplings called manty which are stuffed with meat and onions.

It’s truly a fantastic option for travelers looking for an off-the-beaten path destination.

The post Bishkek is One of Central Asia’s Must-Visit Cities appeared first on Traveler Master.