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Neighbourhoods of low houses and green gardens stretch towards a mountain range, with streets between them.
26 April 2023 · Tokmok

Tokmok

Tokmok is a base for city walks and trips to Burana and ancient Balasagun.

  • Centre on footMuseum and city monuments
  • Burana by carTower and ruins together
  • May–SeptemberDaytime average +22–+29 °C
  • 4 sitesWithin 1.5 km; confirm prices
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Around

8 places from the centre outwards

Start with places you can walk to, then roads out of town. The map shows the route from the centre to the place you are viewing.

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    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    ≈0.2 km on foot1 / 8

    War memorial

    On foot

    The memorial honours Tokmok residents who took part in the Great Patriotic War.

    Next Lenin monument →
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    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    ≈0.2 km on foot2 / 8

    Lenin monument

    On foot

    The Lenin monument is in the town centre. Include it in a walk around Tokmok.

    Next IL-28 aircraft →
  3. A silver aircraft with a red star stands on a high plinth among trees beside a street.30.08.2008

    ≈0.4 km on foot3 / 8

    IL-28 aircraft

    On foot

    An IL-28 aircraft is displayed in town as a monument. Make a brief stop here during a walk.

    Next Town museum →
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    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    ≈1.4 km on foot4 / 8

    Town museum

    On foot

    Tokmok’s history and local heritage museum. Check opening hours before visiting.

    Next Manap-Biy monument →
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    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    ≈1.4 km on foot5 / 8

    Manap-Biy monument

    On foot

    The Manap-Biy monument is a separate stop in the southern part of town.

    Next Railway station →
  6. Railway tracks diverge beside station structures, with trees and tall poles nearby.26.04.2023

    ≈4 km on foot6 / 8

    Railway station

    On foot

    Tokmok railway station is a separate landmark in the south of town. Check entry and train timetables before travelling.

    Next MiG-23 aircraft →
  7. A fighter aircraft with an orange nose stands on a brick plinth, with a low fence and trees nearby.26.04.2023

    6 km by road7 / 8

    MiG-23 aircraft

    By car

    A MiG-23 aircraft stands on a plinth at Tokmok’s western entrance. This is a separate trip from a centre walk.

    Next Burana and Balasagun →
  8. A brick tower stands on an open green plain before a distant snowy mountain range.06.07.2019

    14 km by road8 / 8

    Burana and Balasagun

    By car

    Burana Tower and the ruins of Balasagun form one excursion destination. See the tower and ancient settlement here.

    Place page →

    Next Tokmok: four seasons ↓

Seasons

Tokmok: four seasons

Things to do in and around town throughout the year. Monthly temperatures are averages for 2016–2025, not a forecast.

  1. Spring

    March–May

    Spring gradually warms up; bring a jacket for an evening walk.

    • MarchTokmok +11° / −1°
    • AprilTokmok +17° / +4°
    • MayTokmok +22° / +8°
  2. Based on a photo by Nikolai Bulykin, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified

    Summer

    June–August

    Summer is warm to hot; plan walks for the morning.

    • JuneTokmok +26° / +12°
    • JulyTokmok +29° / +15°
    • AugustTokmok +27° / +13°
  3. Based on a photo by Nikolai Bulykin, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified

    Autumn

    September–November

    Autumn gets cooler; warm clothing is needed in the evening.

    • SeptemberTokmok +23° / +9°
    • OctoberTokmok +16° / +2°
    • NovemberTokmok +9° / −4°
  4. Based on a photo by Nikolai Bulykin, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified

    Winter

    December–February

    Winter is cold; warm clothing is needed for walks.

    • DecemberTokmok +4° / −7°
    • JanuaryTokmok +4° / −8°
    • FebruaryTokmok +6° / −7°

Where it is

Location
Chuy Region
Coordinates
42.84° N, 75.30° E

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Getting there

Getting here and getting around town

How to get there

  • From Bishkek

    No. 300/353, 65–80 som

    Board at the Eastern bus station. No. 300 runs 7:00–20:00 for 65 som; No. 353 runs 6:00–20:00 for 80 som. check for your date

  • Back

    Tokmok bus station by 19:00

    Return on No. 350 or 353 from Tokmok bus station. Arrive before 19:00: few marshrutkas run in the evening. check for your date

Getting around town

  • On foot. Walk around the centre

Check in advance

  • Fees and visiting hours
  • Accommodation opening and prices
  • Mobile network coverage

Check on site

  • Exact departure of the last return service Ask the driver or bus station
  • Museum hours and Burana entry Before visiting
  • Available rooms and price At your accommodation
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Guides and ready-made itineraries

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Accommodation

Where to stay: 4 of 5 places are within 1.5 km of the centre

1 km1.5 kmGuest House n°46Sweet homeotherhotelhotel centre
guesthousehostelhotelotherbus stations© OpenStreetMap

How many places

5 on the map

1 guesthouse3 hotels1 other

Within 1.5 km from the centre
4 of 5

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Tokmok in photos

Real photos, each with the date it was taken. Tap or click to enlarge.

  1. 30.08.2008
  2. 06.07.2019
  3. 11.03.2023
  4. 11.03.2023
  5. 26.04.2023
  6. 26.04.2023
  7. 26.04.2023
  8. 26.04.2023

Tokmok on the map

8 places · from 0.2 to 14 km

© OpenStreetMap

Each number links a place to its chapter. The road line is approximate.