Explore the world's largest walnut forests

Arslanbob is a peaceful town located in a beautiful valley. The area is most famed for its extensive walnut forests, which are the largest in the world. There are number of local legends about these forests, with one claiming that Alexander the Great took seeds from Arslanbob and spread them in Europe over 2,000 years ago. There are a number of hiking trails through the ancient forests, and they are a must for anyone passing through this area on a trip to Kyrgyzstan.