Getting There
There are several good options to get to the State Kyrgyz Circus, such as public transportation and taxis.
What to Expect
Due to the lack of official records, it is impossible to pinpoint when the first circus appeared. Itinerant acts consisting of proto-clowns and musicians called ‘skomorokhy’ wandered the Russian land in the 11th century, combining music, magic performance, dancing, and slapstick humor.
They were more akin to street performers than to the circus, but the seeds were planted, and very soon, show booths began appearing where the audience was treated to trapeze and gymnastic stunts.
History
Designed in 1976, this UFO-shaped structure was built to welcome circus acts from around the former USSR. Unlike many structures of its kind, the Bishkek Circus still functions as an actual circus to this day. In fact, this architectural gem is a testimony to the role that the circus played in the former Soviet Union.
Facilities Available
There are shops, parking, cafes, bus stop and much more are located nearby.
