We spent a weekend in Kyrgyzstan ( A family took us hostage)

The best way to get to know a country is by spending time with the locals. You learn so much about the culture and their daily lives. If you already know us a little, then you know that this is what interests us the most during our travels. Already on our first evening in Kyrgyzstan, we got invited by a family to spend the night in their home. They treated us to some local dishes and rang their neighbors and extended family to come and meet us (the sister-in-law was already dreaming of a marriage between her daughter and our travel companion Alex). Even though our Russian language skills aren't very fluent (yet), we were able to have a good conversation and we could learn more about the daily routine of the family.
We didn't only fall for the beautiful landscapes of Kyrgyzstan, its people really stole our hearts!
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[@SeaJay_Oceans]

Beautiful - raw natural Earth - untouched - like another world ! THANK YOU !

[@jgp7591]

i lived in Bishkek for three years and would agree that the Kyrgyz people were most kind and inviting.

[@lovelive8262]

@liza bella Where are you from by the way. I guess it's you acting like a garbage dog))) it's ok but usually we love dogs as like you and we offer food for any dogs who barks a lot😉

[@WezaBeatz]

Yeah, that's some reasons why Kyrgyzstan is my favourite country after mine

[@journalofnomads]

People there are really friendly and their level of hospitality is unlike anything we've seen anywhere else. They would invite us for meals all the time.

[@maxbee9818]

Great job guys!!! I love my Kyrgyzstan! And Wellcome)))

[@journalofnomads]

We love Kyrgyzstan too 😊😊❤

[@gregm4112]

Could not have asked for 2 better travel companions. We miss you guys a lot but will see you again somewhere I'm sure. Take care and safe travels.

[@journalofnomads]

We miss you too so much brother! We will meet again, that's for sure! We will make it happen!

[@uxaines8910]

Come to Kyrgyzstan. Be our guest. Feel our hospitality. Love you ♥️ Peace ✌️

[@cholponbekinakunduz]

This is one of the beautiful video which includes Everything kindness simplicity breath taking nature and humanity. You guys are amazing too loved your video and happy for you that you've experienced this little heartwelming story in my country. You may always come back to Kyrgyzstan im pretty sure where ever you go people will be happy to see all of you! (Even host for free) This is our culture friendliness and kindness. Kunduz from Kyrgyzstan ;)

[@user-ou4xk2xq1t]

Кыргызстан 💪💪👍👍

[@mitchellkanashkevich3915]

Love it! :) Very real, touching and... there's hope for humanity after all. :)

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks Mitchell :) we were really touched by the kindness of that family. Everywhere we go, we keep running into the friendliest people and It goes to show that the world is not like the traditional media likes to portrait it ;)

[@mhkuntug]

You might have heard that before but, guests are sacred in our culture. That's why they welcoming you like that. The best part of the meat and food given to guests, most comfortable rooms and beds in the house is belongs to guests. We accept the guests from the God.

[@journalofnomads]

Yes it's a lovely part of this culture ❤ It should be like this everywhere

[@padkirsch]

Would really love to visit your country and culture! 💟

[@mys245]

Lovely ❤️❤️❤️

[@mys245]

I'm seriously thinking about spending some days there ❤️

[@asianmelb]

Bravo this was the best I need friends like this simple thing kindness rules

[@ArvinTravels]

wow what an amazing trip, just beautiful and touching video where a kyrgyz family opened their home to you!!

[@journalofnomads]

They were the nicest people ever! They really opened their home and their life to us.

[@ArvinTravels]

Hike the Ala Archa National Park next time you are there, its a very scenic hike goo.gl/ehNUAQ

[@user-kw1gk6nn6s]

@@journalofnomads why u didnt give a gift something for memory ,maybe t-shirt something like this for this nice family

[@bayramvaliyev2670]

Thanks guys. Would be good to see also Astana and Almaty cities of Kazakhstan. I have been there and enjoyed. Also Kirghizistan is an amazing country. I have been in Bishkek and Issikkul. Hope you had beshbarmak (food from national kitchen of Kazakhstan and Kirghizistan)

[@journalofnomads]

We spent a lot of time in and around Almaty, it's such a lovely city 😀

[@MeldrumsWorld]

The mountainous area is so beautiful. Well that is one way to keep fit on the road haha. The dam is incredible!!! Just wow

[@journalofnomads]

Hahaha running in front of the car is definitely a good way to stay fit! ;) Thata dam blew our minds, we'll have to get back there one day!

[@user-je8vo2sl3m]

Kyrgyz people are very welcoming

[@TheNewTravel]

What a touching family.

[@journalofnomads]

They were really friendly!

[@KimchiAndBeansVideos]

What a great channel! We just found you through another KZbin blogger friend! Love the realism and interesting places.

[@simonkremergauthier2544]

J'adore comment vous nous faites voyager dans les vidéos. La minute 6 à 7 est juste trop parfaite émotion et effet visuel!

[@journalofnomads]

Merci Simon!

[@jsf7502]

What an experience!!! You couldn’t replicate it, if you tried. The video was very authentic. Well done

[@__HumanNature__]

I love you guys ❤️ I feel like I am back to my childhood!

[@GabMayaBackpackingNomads]

Storytelling is such a strong point in your episodes, you are both SO good at it! 4:03 to 4:47 was the best part hahaha, I can just picture the man being like "Everyone! Come here! You must see this! Foreigners in my house staying overnight, let's all have a dinner party!" They're just so sweet! Amazing job on this episode, guys!

[@journalofnomads]

He really went to get the neighbors!! Hahaha they were so happy and proud to receive us in their home! That's one of the reason why we're staying in central asia over the winter. People here really value foreigners.Tanks for your kind words guys!

[@kamontv1542]

Beautiful!

[@human1476]

Thank u guies for a such kind review. With Love from Kyrgyzstan

[@maximusiliaz6507]

Thank you for the video and come again. You are always welcomed.

[@organikjourneys3681]

Thanks for sharing your adventure. Great vlog! New sub.

[@user-xf6kz7or2e]

Im happy living in a such simple village of Kyrgyzstan.....

[@losttwo704]

Great content to say the least.

[@A2YTravellers]

Another awesome video guys, showing us places that very few do! Always love how you getting fully into the culture and nature!

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks :D we just love to immerse ourselves into the cultures that we visit as much as possible!

[@CatherineBlake141]

Thank you for this touching story guys!

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks for watching dear and wishing you all the best

[@lovelive8262]

2:42 Omg it's my childhood place 😥😥😥 I really miss we used to fishing over there. Now I'm far from home. Thank you guys while watching this video suddenly I found my district))) love you all

[@SamsaraMontreal]

Liked and subscribed.

[@eatlivetheworld]

Honestly love your channel. This is one of the best travel video channels. Lovely editing and story-telling. What a blessing to be meeting kind people a long the way. and btw, 2:34 crazy beautiful!

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks for your kind words guys, for us it's all about showcasing the goodness of the people we come across as we travel.

[@simang9932]

Its a beautiful country. My friends and I flew to Almaty, Kazakhstan, then, we were driven to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

[@traveltyrol8467]

Such an awesome vlog! I loved it every moment. Such an incredible human story with the family hosting 4 complete strangers. That is humankind at its best. Wow. Wow. Wow.

[@journalofnomads]

They were so friendly and seemed so happy to be able to share their food and their culture with us!!

[@WheretheJones]

Great peaceful views, probably the coolest dam I have ever seen, but that experience with the family is what travel is made for. Soo cool.

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks for watching :) We feel really lucky we met that family.They were so happy receive us.It was an incredible feeling to share that evening with them.

[@CampingforWomenChannel]

Beautiful landscapes, stunning nature, such friendly and hospitable people....what's not to love? This is just part of a wonderful journey that you document so well and even had the luck to share it with friends you made along the way. Really great video.

[@journalofnomads]

We feel blessed that we met so many amazing and friendly people along the way. It's great that we can document this whole adventure.

[@TheWorldnUs]

This is so good! You guys keep meeting so many amazing and generous people. I'm learning a lot from watching your vlogs. Thanks guys!

[@journalofnomads]

We feel so lucky that we keep meeting super friendly people!

[@zereasylbek673]

Such a beautiful story! The thing that makes it even more beautiful to me is that Kyrgyzstan is my homeland, so I'm really proud to be living here now. You guys made me realize how thankfull I should be to be living in a land of beauty and a country of opportunities. Thank you so much and you're always welcome back here.

[@journalofnomads]

Thank you so much for watching Zere :D we will be staying in Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan until spring so we'll be making more and more videos about your beautiful country. We're really happy to be here, it's gorgeous and people here are so friendly and helpful!

[@user-hn1qs8uu8u]

Hi, what music is this please? Great vid - thanks so much!

[@HereBeBarr]

Another awesome vlog :) To bad your friend didn't contemplate the marriage offer, haha. You two manage to find the best out of exotic cultures . I never watch less than the full length of your videos .

[@journalofnomads]

Aaaah I'm sure marrying a Kyrgyz woman is not such a bad deal hahaha :D He should definitely reconsider it!

[@nenya]

I really need the soundtrack for this. I really liked the chanting.

[@journalofnomads]

Sahalé - Morning light ;) glad you liked it.

[@WorldOnAWhim]

Haha love that Alex almost got himself a bride! I always love watching the shenanigans you get up too. No one really has the true local experience like you do. Side note: And running in front of the car? Wow that's some crazy exercise ha!

[@journalofnomads]

Alex should have stayed longer in Kyrgyzstan! :D

[@rickrak6365]

02:35 That's incredible. Super nice video. Nice tip on how to get fit while travelling by car. Ahah.

[@journalofnomads]

Hahaha it sure is a good way to stay fit ;)

[@DesiCoupleOnTheGo]

Amazing vlog . I like following your journey , its like I am doing it virtually. You both are such a positive person and it's reflected in your video . That landscape at 3:04 was out of the world .Timelapse video was just amazing at 7:23 .

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@akbermetsatybaldyeva3447]

I am from Kyrgyzstan. Who is also from here?

[@user-xf6kz7or2e]

I am :)

[@danupratama3417]

Disgusting country, so many poverty, so many radical there ..

[@lovelive8262]

@@danupratama3417 Tell me where are you from? And I will tell you everything. Probably you're an Indian and doesn't know how to be grateful.

[@crazyhuman911]

So beautiful ❤

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks for watching 😌

[@TheWayWeSawIt]

What an adventure. Unbelievable beautiful nature. Just amazing. Loved the little jogging session. The hospitality of the people is so great. Remember, goodbye is always a new beginning. How long are the two guys traveling...?

[@journalofnomads]

They have been travelling for a few months already and will probably travel for the next 3-4 months :) we were really sad when we said goodbye, it's amazing how much you can share with people in such a short amount of time!

[@user-sh4ch2fg8m]

👍🤗

[@LookWhosBlogging]

Borat! I like! i like the geographical/historical lessons. as always, amazed with the hospitality shown to you. Haha, Alex should've married her daughter!! :) also enjoyed seeing the routines of the local people.

[@journalofnomads]

We were really lucky to meet this family, they were super friendly and hospitable :) We told Alex he should consider it ;)

[@lovelive8262]

Borat it's about Kazakhstan and not about my country Kyrgyzstan. I think you have learn about countries rather than point someones stupid movie which called Borat. Would you like if someone comes to your country and shows just negative sides? And calls it's Borat 2?

[@froggylegspeople]

I missed, Good night Jim Bob 💤 😴

[@user-ek8jp9ib1y]

😍😍😍👍👍👍👋

[@ChasingTheOddShapedBall]

I’m glad to see humanity at its finest in this vlog, the family letting you stay with virtually nothing sharing their hospitality with you and your friends. Nicholas you look so different with longer hair! It really suits you! Great vlogs guys!

[@journalofnomads]

After so many years travelling around the world, I find that it's very often the people that have the smallest amount of possessions that are the most willing to share what they have. :D Thanks I'm thinking of letting my hair grow a bit more.Are you still in Japan?

[@ChasingTheOddShapedBall]

Journal of Nomads unfortunately I leave today. It’s been a great holiday and a great opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture. So true on those who have nothing who are willing to share.

[@hinlalakiniekaterinafilipi6705]

Im here coz I wanna know about kyrgyztan,,coz I watch some videos something like negative ab't force marriage,kidnapped bride, having multiple husband/wife,,,,but it seems they are very peaceful people and their country is very clean breathetaking, I really appreciate it,,,I'm so curious too the people seems like Chinese but muslims and speaks russian language,,,its really a multi cultural

[@talantabdyrasulov1263]

Well come to Kyrgyzstan friends. We are peaceful..

[@tomkazakh261]

Beautiful detour into one of the least known countries

[@journalofnomads]

With the coolest English guys ever! It was a great weekend trip brother! Thanks a lot for the journey we had together!

[@murat4382]

ОК! 👍👍👍

[@joaosousa8247]

Niko's narration voice reminds me of Werner Herzog!

[@journalofnomads]

I loove Werner Herzog! He's one of the best!

[@user-sl8mr8fz7r]

👍👍👍👌

[@journalofnomads]

Thanks 😃

[@TwoTravelingTexans]

What a beautiful place. The dam was really impressive too but that sculpture is a little scary

[@journalofnomads]

Hahaha, it's true that Lenin's face is always a bit scary no matter where it is :D

[@user-ht6iq8hl1e]

Суппер 🇰🇬👍

[@sten6216]

What's the melody at the end called?

[@randmorf]

The music sounds like it was "borrowed" from Animusic, which has several such animated music videos on KZbin. If you like the music, search KZbin using 'animusic" and you should see some cool music animation videos.

[@pmexplore]

Those wall carpets was really cool! Amazing people. Did the Kyrgyz hats have a local meaning to it?

[@journalofnomads]

The traditional hat is made out of felt and is called a Kalpak, it's usually decorated with colorful patterns.The wall carpets serve two purposes, decoration and insulation. It helps the house stay warm in winter and cool in summer :)

[@pmexplore]

Thats very functional! What is the carpet material?

[@lovelive8262]

@@pmexplore Hey I just saw your post) mostly carpets made from wool ( sheep)

[@clariclari1246]

👍😁Talas

[@V1X1NG]

It's so surprising for foreigners im not saying tourists but exactly foreigners as a guests when kyrgyz, kazakh people hosting them, here's its common thing like its our culture

[@simang9932]

In 1996.

[@TheNewTravel]

Yes I know that feeling of seeing the mountains appear after 3000KM of nothingness... that's exactly how I felt when I drove across Canada for the first time 😂 Though by the looks of it, your nothingness is even more nothing than my nothingness

[@journalofnomads]

Hahaha we love the nothingness!

[@__HumanNature__]

I love you guys ❤️ I feel like I am back to my childhood!