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Manas Destination Guide
Delve into Manas in Kyrgyzstan
Manas in the region of Chüy is a city in Kyrgyzstan - some 12 mi or ( 19 km ) North-West of Bishkek , the country's capital .
Current time in Manas is now 04:47 PM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Bishkek " with a UTC offset of 6 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Fergana, Andijan, Taraz, Vasil'evka, and Taldykorgan. While being here, make sure to check out Fergana . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Manas ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Taxi and takeoff from Manas Airport, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (FRU)
The taxi was a bit long and the runway a little rough, but it was a beautiful day at Manas. The Kyrgyz countryside is really breathtaking from the air! Some information about Manas Airport from Wikipe ..
Military Greetings:TSGT Kathleen Buss
Air Force Tech Sgt. Kathleen Buss stationed at Manas Transit Center, Kyrgystan, sends a holiday greeting to friends and family in New Mexico. ..
Military Greetings: SSGT Oscar Martinez
Air Force Staff Sgt. Oscar Martinez stationed at Manas Transit Center, Kyrgystan, sends a holiday greeting to friends and family in New Mexico. ..
Military Greetings:TSGT Kathleen Buss
Air Force Tech Sgt. Kathleen Buss stationed at Manas Transit Center, Kyrgystan, sends a holiday greeting to friends and family in New Mexico. ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Iran Aseman Airlines Flight 6895
Iran Aseman Airlines Flight 6895, an Itek Air Boeing 737-219 Advanced, was a charter flight operated on behalf of Iran Aseman Airlines which crashed on 24 August 2008 near Manas International Airport in Kyrgyzstan while en route to Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran, Iran. It crashed while returning to the airport of origin after experiencing technical difficulties. Reports state that members of the crew reported "technical issues" with the plane shortly after take off.
Located at 43.06 74.48 (Lat./Long.); Less than 7 km away
Manas International Airport
Manas International Airport (Kyrgyz: Манас эл аралык аэропорту) is the main international airport in Kyrgyzstan located 25 kilometres north-northwest of the capital Bishkek. The airport is operational 24 hours and its ILS system meets ICAO CAT II standards, which enables aircraft operations in low ceiling (30 meters) and visibility (350 meters).
Located at 43.06 74.48 (Lat./Long.); Less than 8 km away
Dordoy Bazaar
Dordoy Bazaar (Kyrgyz: Дордой Базары, Russian: Рынок Дордой; also spelled Dordoi Bazaar in English) is a large wholesale and retail market in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It is one of Asia's greatest public market places, comparable to Bangkok's Chatuchak weekend market or Tehran's Grand Bazaar. It's been described by a Western journalist as "a modern monument to the power of raw commerce".
Located at 42.93 74.62 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
Kyrgyz Academy of Sciences
Kyrgyz Academy of Sciences (official name National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan), originally part of the Soviet Academy of Sciences, was established as an independent entity by government decree in December 1993. The aims of the Academy are to carry out research in natural, engineering, and social sciences, to train scientists in all fields of knowledge, to advise the government in matters of scientific policy, and to disseminate knowledge.
Located at 42.88 74.58 (Lat./Long.); Less than 18 km away
Spartak Stadium (Kyrgyzstan)
Spartak Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 23,000. It is currently the home ground of the Kyrgyzstan national football team.
Located at 42.88 74.60 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
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