Uzun-Akmat Forest Reserve Explained

Uzun-Akmat Forest Reserve
Iucn Category:IV
Location:Toktogul District, Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan
Map:Kyrgyzstan
Relief:yes
Coordinates:42.1°N 84°W
Area:14771 ha
Established:1992

The Uzun-Akmat Forest Reserve (Kirghiz; Kyrgyz: Узун-Акмат токой заказниги) is located in the Cholpon-Ata rural community, Toktogul District, Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan.[1] It was established in 1992,[2] with a purpose of conservation of rare and endangered flora species including Greig's tulip, Semenov's Fir, elecampane, and Sorbus persica. The forest reserve occupies 14,771 hectares.

The natural attractions of this reserve include unnamed waterfalls, several caves, the mysterious mountains of Korgonata, alpine lakes, beautiful and rich flora and fauna. This place is a true and peaceful wilderness that is difficult to access.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Classification system of territorial units of the Kyrgyz Republic. ky. May 2021. National Statistics Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. 86–91.
  2. Decree of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic . 253 . May 27, 1992 . On establishment of the State Forest Reserve Uzun-Akmat . Об образовании государственного лесного заказника «Узун-Акмат» . ru.
  3. Web site: Uzunakmat Reserve. 2021-05-12. Central-asia.guide. en-US.