Erkindik : Ala-Too Square
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Erkindik (Ala-Too Square): Statue of Freedom. Unveiled in 1999 to commemorate the eighth year of independence, this represents a Kyrgyz woman holding a flame-ringed tunduk.
Martyrs of the Revolution (Prospect Chui-Sovietskaya): Urkuya Salieva (1910—1934), and early socialist organizer in Southern Kyrgyzstan — apparently murdered by “rich peasants.”
Victory Monument (Victory Square): completed in 1984, a woman stands over the eternal flame, waiting for her son or husband who will not return home from the Great Patriotic War. A wistful reflection on the great cost of victory.
Toktogul Satylganov
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Toktogul Satylganov (Sovietskaya): South of the Opera and Ballet Theatre. The poet, singer and instrumentalist lived from 1864 until 1933. The Manas Sculptural Complex (Philharmonia): The legendary hero Manas on his magical horse Ak-Kula slaying a dragon. Below him are his wife Kanykei and the wise counsellor Bakai. Busts of several 20th century manaschy are nearby.
The Official State Flagpole (City square): The guard is changed every day on the hour from 07:00 till 18:00. |
