Amid growing attention on Central Asia, following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s visit to a number of Central Asian countries last month, a new book highlighting Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan has been published.
The “Central Asia 3 Countries” travel guide is co-authored by Seo Byung-yong, a seasoned traveler with extensive experience in former Soviet Union countries, and Go Soo-youl, a business professional with strong ties to Central Asia.
The book offers a comprehensive guide to the land that Korean travelers feel familiar with yet distant despite relatively close physical distances.
Seo, author and CEO of TravelBooks publishing company, said the region is an untapped tourism frontier for Koreans.
“As Korea welcomes an era of 30 million overseas tourists, the three Central Asian nations of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are poised to become a ‘blue ocean’ for the tourism industry,” said Seo during an event to commemorate the book’s publication at the Korea Foundation in central Seoul, Tuesday.
The author counted several factors that contribute to this promising outlook, including growing direct flights connecting Korea and Central Asia, geographic proximity, visa-free entry, relatively affordable travel expenses and abundant unique attractions.
“Kazakhstan’s vast landscapes unveil breathtaking natural beauty, while Uzbekistan stands as a cultural crossroads, captivating visitors with its ancient Silk Road cities and 추천 vibrant heritage where East meets West. Kyrgyzstan, often referred to as the Switzerland of Central Asia, offers experiences related to nomadic culture, including opportunities for trekking, horseback riding and yurt stays,” Seo said.