Village
Chong-Jargylchak
Issyk Kul region • Kyrgyzstan • 1650 m
Chong-Jargylchak is a small village of 1000 inhabitants located between Barskoon and Kichi-Jargylchak, on the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul.
The village is not only known for its beautiful bay but also for its green orchards and fields. It is the starting point to visit its long valley of almost 25 km, and its river which originates mainly from the Korolkova glacier which rises to almost 4800 meters. There are several small glacial lakes, the largest of which is at the foot of Panfilovtsev Peak.
In summer, it is a popular destination for tourists, and it is easy to find accommodation to spend a night or a week by the beach.
