Kyrgyzstan, officially called the Kyrgyz Republic, is one of six independent Turkic states and has as its capital the city of Bishkek. The word "kyrgyz" means "unconquerable." It was absorbed into the USSR during the Bolshevic Revolution, and it became a full republic of the Soviet Union in 1936, when it became known as the Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic. It declared its independence in 1991.
Regular Websites
BBC: Kyrgyzstan County Profile
Provides an overview of the country's history, economy, culture, and economy as well as a timeline of key events within the nation's history. - BBC: Kyrgyzstan County Profile
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1296485.stm
Contains a detailed study of the nation which includes a historical background, the introduction of Islam versus tribal religions, and the politics of the country, as well as just about every other aspect of the country and government. - Country Study: Kyrgyzstan
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/kgtoc.html
Offers numerous articles, blogs, and multimedia pertaining to the nation as well as photo essays which each tell a story. - Eurasianet: Kyrgyzstan
http://www.eurasianet.org/resource/kyrgyzstan
Displays a photo essay entitled "On the Roof of the World, interviews and articles relevant to those interested in the culture and history of the nation, and links to important links and other resources. - Frontline: Kyrgyzstan
http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/stories/kyrgyzstan/photos1.html