Ala-Archa National Park located approximately 35 km south of the capital city of Bishkek. Established in 1976, it currently covers 16,485 hectares. The nature park is named after the river Ala-Archa which flows through it. In Kyrgyz, the archa, which gives the river and the park its name, is a bright or many-colored juniper which the Kyrgyz people have traditionally held in special esteem, using smoke from its burning wood to chase away evil spirits. The landscapes of the Park are quite unique as some are green by trees and some has white snow caps. Moreover, You will able to feed little Red Squirrels on hands and little Black Birds by having your trust.