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00:00:25From Sendero Los Mangos, Catarina,
00:00:28Masaya, Nicaragua. Quenia Doña. From this landscape that
00:00:32Walnut Forest on the welcomes us today, we give you
00:00:34upper part, which extends close to a warm welcome to a new Green Destination expedition. In this
00:00:37opportunity, we will travel Kyrgyzstan, a
00:00:40landlocked country located in the heart
00:00:44of Central Asia. Its strategic position as
00:00:47a link between the east and west of the Asian
00:00:50continent. The Kyrgyz economy and traditions
00:00:54are deeply linked to its rugged
00:00:57terrain, which covers more than 80% of its
00:01:00territory and makes it a fundamental part of the
00:01:04nomadic cultures of the region, so get ready
00:01:07to start an unforgettable adventure in the mountains
00:01:11and plains of Central
00:01:13while vindicating the heritage of Asia.
00:01:19An example of this is the snow
00:01:20join us to In every continent, the blood in
00:01:23our hearts moves us to a destiny of our great
00:01:27mother, the
00:01:29World Nomad Games were held in earth.
00:01:31which extends its arms across oceans, mountains,
00:01:35plains, and glaciers,
00:01:38all full of life, giving moving
00:01:40moments. Nature in all its
00:01:44splendor calls us to care for and protect this
00:01:48marvelous
00:01:48heritage.
00:01:55As every week in Green Destination, we invite you to discover the
00:01:59places where... nature, sustainable tourism, and
00:02:02conservation inspire new ways of getting to know the
00:02:06world. The journey continues on the digital
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00:02:27Because getting to know a destination can also inspire
00:02:30others to care for the planet. Now,
00:02:34join us to see the most outstanding tourist
00:02:36and environmental
00:02:38news.
00:02:42In mid-September 2026, the Peruvian
00:02:45government announced the elimination of advance
00:02:48reservations in the digital ticket system for Machu Picchu.
00:02:52From now on, the digital
00:02:54is Arslanbob, located on platform will operate exclusively through named
00:02:57purchases, linking each ticket to a unique
00:03:01identification document. The Minister of Culture,
00:03:04Alberto Beingolea, explained that an analysis of
00:03:08almost 210,000 reservations revealed that
00:03:11131,626 of them,
00:03:1462.9%, ended up being canceled.
00:03:18As an example of this distortion, the minister pointed out that at the time
00:03:22of the announcement, tickets were listed as sold out until
00:03:26December. However, statistics show
00:03:30that more than half of those supposed visitors will never
00:03:33make the trip. This artificial overestimation of
00:03:37demand blocked entries and made it difficult for
00:03:41thousands of real tourists to plan
00:03:44their visit to the country's main
00:03:46attraction.
00:03:50Ctrip, China's largest travel agency, has added a
00:03:54space flight to its product catalog. It is a
00:03:58space tourism package from
00:04:00Virgin Galactic, a British-American company dedicated to conducting
00:04:03suborbital flights. This
00:04:06space adventure promises to take off in
00:04:092027. It has a cost of 5.1 million
00:04:13yuan, equivalent to about
00:04:16$760,000 per person. The starting
00:04:20point is the city of Las Cruces, in the U.S.
00:04:22state of New Mexico. And the itinerary
00:04:26includes a visit to Space Port America, the space
00:04:30port from which Virgin Galactic operates,
00:04:33training in a simulation cabin, and a dress
00:04:36rehearsal before takeoff, which will take place on the fifth day,
00:04:40and the sixth and final day is reserved for the
00:04:43return to China. The price includes, among other
00:04:47things, five nights of accommodation, preparation
00:04:51activities, and the space flight. However,
00:04:54it excludes air tickets to the United States, the
00:04:58visa, and other personal expenses.
00:05:06The consequences of climate change disproportionately
00:05:10affect different regions of the planet. Especially
00:05:13the higher thermal zones. Recent
00:05:16measurements have indicated that Switzerland's glaciers have been
00:05:20disproportionately reduced by climate change,
00:05:23and it is stated that in 2026
00:05:26they recorded the second largest melting in
00:05:29history, estimated at 5.5%
00:05:33of their volume. This statistic adds to the loss
00:05:37of 20% of their volume in the last 5
00:05:40years. The Glamos glacier monitoring network
00:05:43in Switzerland published a study after the summer of
00:05:462026, which recorded a record
00:05:49temperature preceded by a winter with little
00:05:52snowfall. This year, the glaciers have lost enormous
00:05:55amounts of ice, affirmed the head of Glamos, Matías
00:05:59Hus, who described 2026 as a catastrophic
00:06:02year. Likewise, the researcher
00:06:05pointed out that there will probably be no ice in 10 or
00:06:09perhaps 15 years.
00:06:15The imposing mountains of Tian Shan and its high-altitude grasslands
00:06:19connect its peoples in the protection of alpine ecosystems
00:06:22and their biodiversity,
00:06:26nomadic cultures. Activate your curious map,
00:06:30awaken your curiosity,
00:06:33explore the high peaks of Kyrgyzstan.
00:06:36Mountains that beyond their borders invite you to
00:06:39enjoy their nature, culture, and memory.
00:06:54Although you may not believe it, the official name of Kyrgyzstan is
00:06:58actually the Kyrgyz Republic.
00:07:01Belonging to Central Asia, this mountainous nation has no
00:07:04access to the sea, sharing borders
00:07:08with the People's Republic of China to the east, Kazakhstan to the
00:07:11north, Tajikistan to the south, and Uzbekistan to the
00:07:15west. Its surface area is
00:07:18199,951
00:07:20km² and it has an estimated population of
00:07:247.4 million inhabitants for
00:07:262026. Its rugged relief covers more
00:07:30than 80% of its territory and is
00:07:33considered one of the last living bastions of traditional
00:07:36nomadic culture in Central Asia. Due
00:07:40to manifestations such as the lifestyle of its shepherds,
00:07:43one of its most emblematic places is the Tian
00:07:47Shan mountain range, which is located at
00:07:49coordinates 42° 3 minutes 33 seconds
00:07:53north, 79 degrees, 46 minutes,
00:07:5736 seconds east longitude.
00:08:28Behind every scene there is a story, stories that
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00:09:11The geology of Kyrgyzstan is marked by its high mountain
00:09:15relief and its interaction with glaciers, which is also
00:09:19evident in its entire culture. This relationship is
00:09:22appreciated from its capital, Bishkek, where you can
00:09:25explore the bustling Osh Bazaar to buy felt
00:09:29crafts and spices or
00:09:32head east to enjoy the country's
00:09:35ancestral gastronomy and visit one of the most
00:09:38emblematic places, the majestic Lake
00:09:43Issyk-Kul. Known as the eye of
00:09:46Kyrgyzstan. It is an immense alpine inland
00:09:49sea surrounded by snow-capped peaks, considered sacred
00:09:53and a key point for ecological adventure tourism
00:09:56in Central Asia.
00:10:00We begin this journey through Kyrgyzstan in its capital,
00:10:04although it is also accessible by short flights from neighboring
00:10:07Almaty in Kazakhstan and Urumqi in
00:10:11China. The city is located in the north
00:10:14of the country in the Chu River valley and at the foot of the imposing
00:10:18Ala-Too mountain range, which belongs
00:10:21to the Tian Shan mountain system. In
00:10:25recent times, in recent times, the nation has
00:10:28transformed its tourism into a benchmark of nomadic
00:10:32culture as a reflection of human and cultural evolution in the
00:10:35mountain environment, and as a reflection of this new
00:10:38approach, between August and September 2026, this
00:10:42magnificent setting became the epicenter of the
00:10:45Sixth World Nomad Games with a modern and
00:10:48colorful inauguration.
00:10:51The southern part of the Kyrgyz capital perfectly adapts
00:10:55to its surroundings. In its
00:10:59the mountain slopes, its urbanity
00:11:02favors hills, green areas, and a more
00:11:05inclined, green, and fresh climate.
00:11:09In contrast, towards its northern area or lower
00:11:12part, the terrain gradually flattens out until it joins the
00:11:16undulating plains and steppes that mark
00:11:19the border with Kazakhstan.
00:11:22Some of its most popular places are
00:11:25the central square, a bustling shopping
00:11:28center, and Osh Bazaar. There, buying various
00:11:32food products and traditional dishes, indigenous musical
00:11:35instruments, and the national clothing of Kyrgyzstan,
00:11:39as well as various felt crafts and spices is the main
00:11:43activity. And for those who enjoy nature, the
00:11:46city serves as a gateway to the nearby Ala
00:11:50Archa National Park, located about
00:11:5340 km south, where you can practice
00:11:57hiking and climbing among forested gorges and
00:12:01glacial rivers. Continuing the journey east
00:12:04of the country along the road that borders the mountain range, an
00:12:08hour's drive away is the
00:12:11Chui Valley, near the city of Tokmok, an ideal
00:12:14place to make a historical stop at the Burana
00:12:17Tower, an 800-year-old minaret
00:12:2125 m high that was part of the Silk Road.
00:12:24and that has a spectacular view of the
00:12:27plains, a museum, and historical exhibitions at its
00:12:31base. Continuing with the journey eastward, we
00:12:35enter the Issyk-Kul region, to
00:12:39Cholpon-Ata, a Kyrgyz tourist city
00:12:42located on the northern shore of Lake
00:12:45Issyk-Kul. The city's hippodrome was
00:12:49the venue for various equestrian games and competitions
00:12:52during the World Nomad Games. In this
00:12:55region is the Karkara Gorge,
00:12:59one of the most impressive landscapes in Central
00:13:01Asia, with its wide and flat valley, rolling
00:13:05hills, open meadows, and coniferous forests,
00:13:09a setting with centuries of nomadic history, as it has
00:13:13long served as a traditional pass for groups of nomadic
00:13:17shepherds moving through the seasonal pastures of the
00:13:20mountains. This environment is also home to some
00:13:24graphic villages, whose main attraction is to
00:13:27offer a complete immersion in their lifestyle
00:13:30in their detachable felt tents, which are
00:13:33locally known as yurts. These villages
00:13:37offer local crafts, traditional gastronomy,
00:13:40falconry demonstrations with eagles,
00:13:44and archery workshops.
00:13:47In the tour through this region, a visit to the Cholpon-
00:13:51Ata Open-Air Petroglyph Site with millennial
00:13:55rock carvings and a walk along the beaches
00:13:58and hot springs of Lake Issyk-Kul,
00:14:02known as the Sea of Kyrgyzstan, cannot be
00:14:05missed. Setting off again along the road towards
00:14:09the east and skirting the shore of the lake, one can reach
00:14:13the multicultural city of Karakol. This
00:14:16city serves as a logistical base for exploring the
00:14:19nearby natural wonders such as the Skazka
00:14:22Canyon, also known as the
00:14:25Fairy Tale Canyon, for its reddish clay formations
00:14:29that change with the hours of the day, and its diverse
00:14:33shapes due to the erosion of wind and water, which has
00:14:36sculpted for thousands of years stone figures that
00:14:40resemble castles, animals, or
00:14:42walls. Near the city is also the
00:14:46impressive Jeti-Oguz Valley, famous
00:14:50for its Seven Bulls rocks, and for lovers of
00:14:53extreme adventure, Karakol is the starting
00:14:57point for advanced trekking to the highest and most
00:15:00demanding peaks of the mountain range.
00:15:03To conclude this unforgettable expedition through the high
00:15:06Kyrgyz mountains and their nomadic communities,
00:15:09we set out along the southern bank of Issyk-
00:15:13Kul towards the west and back to the
00:15:15capital. Climbing into the mountainous
00:15:18interior, one ascends to the high pastures that are
00:15:22locally known as Jailoo. This stretch is a
00:15:26total immersion in rural life. One must
00:15:29leave the asphalt to ascend to more than 3,
00:15:33meters of altitude to Lake Son-Kul, an
00:15:36alpine water mirror surrounded by infinite
00:15:39meadows. The surroundings of the lake
00:15:42offer experiential accommodations in traditional
00:15:45yurt camps managed by local
00:15:48shepherds, so you can enjoy for as long as you
00:15:52wish horseback riding trails through the high mountain
00:15:55steppe, observation of hunting eagles,
00:15:58and tasting of traditional dairy products such as
00:16:02kumis, a type of fermented mare's milk
00:16:05considered the national drink of Kyrgyzstan, as it
00:16:08symbolizes the hospitality and nomadic heritage of the shepherds
00:16:12of Central
00:16:13Asia.
00:16:17Galloping horses, moving riders, and bows that
00:16:21did not lose precision. This is how the images of the
00:16:25World Nomad Games held in Kyrgyzstan in
00:16:282026 impressed the world. The skills of Central Asian
00:16:32riders evoked a tradition that dates back to the
00:16:3512th century, when Temujin, known as
00:16:39Genghis Khan, built one of the greatest empires in
00:16:42history. His military power relied on a decisive
00:16:45combination: the mobility of the cavalry,
00:16:48the composite bow, and the organization of nomadic
00:16:52societies. Let's discover
00:16:54it.
00:16:59Between August 31 and September 6,
00:17:022026, the Sixth
00:17:06the Issyk-Kul Lake region
00:17:09in Kyrgyzstan. This event, protected by UNESCO to
00:17:13preserve the cultural heritage of nomadic peoples,
00:17:17was marked by the visual and cultural contrast between the
00:17:20modernity of the opening ceremony in the capital
00:17:23Bishkek and the millennial mystique of the equestrian
00:17:26and ethno-cultural competitions on the shores of Lake
00:17:30Issyk-Kul, which captivated thousands of international
00:17:34visitors. More than 3,000
00:17:37athletes from over 100 countries participated in the games,
00:17:41demonstrating that nomadic disciplines have transcended the borders
00:17:45of Central Asia to become a global sporting and cultural
00:17:49phenomenon of international interest. Among the most
00:17:52prominent sports of the day is kok-boru, in which two
00:17:56teams of horsemen compete on horseback to capture the replica
00:17:59of a goat and introduce it into the opposing goal.
00:18:03Horseback archery, one of the disciplines that
00:18:06provides spectacular images of the skill and precision
00:18:09of the riders, and the ancient art of
00:18:12falconry, an art and
00:18:15sport focused on raising, taming,
00:18:18and training
00:18:20birds of prey.
00:18:24In Kyrgyzstan, there is a genetic treasure thousands of
00:18:28years old. It
00:18:32the southern slopes of the country. It is
00:18:34considered the largest and most important natural
00:18:38walnut forest on the planet. It is estimated that the
00:18:42trees in this area are the direct ancestors of most of the
00:18:46world's walnut plantations. Upon our return, we will learn more
00:18:49details about the plant riches of Kyrgyzstan.
00:19:21Behind every scene there is a story, stories that
00:19:25reach the big screen. Discover the
00:19:28best kept secrets with Sala
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00:19:34Telesur.
00:20:05The imposing Tian Shan mountain range defines
00:20:08vegetation as diverse as its geography. Its river
00:20:12valleys and vast high-altitude grasslands, known as
00:20:16jailoos, are essential for the herds of nomadic
00:20:19shepherds. But the flora of these mountains
00:20:21holds other treasures: ancient walnut
00:20:25forests and large high-altitude conifers, species of
00:20:28ecological and economic importance, a natural
00:20:31palette that makes Kyrgyzstan an attractive
00:20:34destination for botanists, travelers, and
00:20:38lovers of high-altitude
00:20:39landscapes.
00:20:43With the comings and goings of the seasons, the nomadic
00:20:46shepherds of Kyrgyzstan lead their herds
00:20:50among the alpine meadows known locally as
00:20:53jailoos, where emblematic plant species
00:20:56such as edelweiss or Leontopodium,
00:21:00the legendary snow flower, are found in the
00:21:03steepest and highest areas of the country's mountains.
00:21:07It is said to symbolize purity, bravery, and love due
00:21:11to the difficulty of reaching the cliffs where it blossoms.
00:21:15As a backdrop to these plains are botanical
00:21:19treasures such as the Arslanbob
00:21:22southern slopes of Kyrgyzstan,
00:21:25considered the largest and most important natural
00:21:29walnut forest on the planet. Its
00:21:31importance lies not only in that it covers thousands of hectares
00:21:35and produces tons of wild walnuts, but
00:21:39also that they are believed to be the direct
00:21:42ancestors of most of the world's walnut plantations,
00:21:45representing a genetic wealth thousands of years
00:21:49old.
00:21:55In Kyrgyzstan, some species of fauna are of great
00:21:58importance for regulating the entire ecosystem,
00:22:02especially if they are present in a wide variety of environments
00:22:05and habitats.
00:22:09leopard, which plays a fundamental ecological
00:22:12role by acting as a super-predator, regulating
00:22:16the populations of wild herbivores such as the Siberian
00:22:19ibex and the argali. Its presence is a key
00:22:23indicator of the health of these high-mountain
00:22:26ecosystems and an essential part of the food
00:22:29chain, being at its top, which is why it has been the
00:22:32subject of international
00:22:34protection programs.
00:22:38The snow leopard's scientific name is Panthera
00:22:42uncia. It is the apex carnivore of its
00:22:45ecosystem, directly regulating the
00:22:49populations of native wild herbivores such as the
00:22:52Siberian ibex and the argali. It is
00:22:55found in high-altitude mountainous areas between
00:22:593,000 and 4,500 meters, such as
00:23:02rocky, steep gorges, alpine ridges,
00:23:05and high grasslands. This feline
00:23:08possesses physical adaptations to survive in one of the most
00:23:12hostile and coldest habitats on the planet.
00:23:15Males usually weigh between 45 and 55 kg,
00:23:20while females are smaller, from 35 to
00:23:2440 kg. Its
00:23:26body length is around 1 to 1.3
00:23:30meters. Its tail is extraordinarily long and
00:23:34acts as a rudder, measuring almost the same as its
00:23:37body, up to about 105
00:23:40cm. It uses it to maintain
00:23:44balance on icy cliffs and wraps
00:23:47it around its body like a thermal scarf to
00:23:50protect itself from extreme cold while sleeping.
00:23:54Its fur is dense, with grayish, whitish, and yellowish
00:23:58tones, sprinkled with rosettes and dark
00:24:02spots known as snow spots, which allow it
00:24:05to perfectly camouflage itself with the rock and snow
00:24:09to stalk its
00:24:10prey.
00:24:15How does the ghost of the mountains survive the harshest
00:24:19winter? The answer
00:24:22lies in its feet and the shepherds. In the
00:24:26kingdom where the sky kisses the rock and the wind freezes
00:24:29time, the leopard was endowed by
00:24:33nature with wide paws that float on soft
00:24:37snow, protected by a dense, secret
00:24:40velvet that defies the cold ice.
00:24:43For its part, human action to protect this
00:24:46silent wanderer within the country has been the
00:24:50development of community and observation tourism, with experiential
00:24:54ecotourism initiatives where visitors can carry out
00:24:57low-impact expeditions accompanied by local
00:25:00guides and former shepherds. In this
00:25:04way, the living presence of the snow leopard generates direct
00:25:07economic income for families, demonstrating
00:25:11that the animal is worth more alive than
00:25:13captured.
00:25:18Mountain ecosystems, especially those close to
00:25:21glaciers, such as the territory of Kyrgyzstan, are
00:25:24particularly vulnerable to global warming. A new
00:25:28report from the World Meteorological Organization
00:25:32warned that current water trends are worrying,
00:25:35with the driest conditions in 35 years
00:25:38observed during
00:25:402025. Below, the environmental
00:25:44data. We analyze some of the most important conclusions
00:25:47of this report on global water
00:25:50resources.
00:25:55In September 2026, the World
00:25:58Meteorological Organization published its report on the state
00:26:02of global water resources for 2025,
00:26:04which includes both the assessment for that year and a five-
00:26:08year synthesis for the period
00:26:112021-2025.
00:26:15The document reveals that 2025 was one of the
00:26:19driest years in the last three decades in terms of
00:26:22river flow, consolidating a worrying trend of
00:26:26abnormal river flows over the last
00:26:297 years. Furthermore, experts
00:26:32warn that terrestrial water storage has continuously
00:26:36decreased over the last decade, impacting
00:26:39vital sectors such as hydropower generation
00:26:43and agricultural irrigation. In addition,
00:26:46the planet's glaciers have experienced widespread
00:26:49losses for the fourth consecutive
00:26:53year, while Africa and Asia are consolidating as the
00:26:57regions most affected by water-related
00:27:01disasters.
00:27:06Thus we come to the end of this journey through
00:27:09Kyrgyzstan, a territory of high
00:27:12peaks and infinite steppes, where its
00:27:15inhabitants have forged a resilient and vital culture
00:27:19in harmony with their environment. Kenia
00:27:23Doña bids farewell from Sendero Los Mangos in Catarina,
00:27:26Masaya, Nicaragua. From this beautiful
00:27:29landscape, we remember that it is necessary to recognize
00:27:33that the true beauty of the world can
00:27:35only be appreciated when we learn to visit it with
00:27:39humility and gratitude. We will meet again on a
00:27:42future green destination route, because knowing
00:27:46a destination is a privilege, but helping to
00:27:49preserve it is everyone's responsibility.
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