Kulunata State Nature Reserve

Kulun-Ata Reserve is located in the Karakulja district. It lies between the Ferghana mountain range and the Alai Kyrka mountain on the upper basin of the Tar River. It was established in 2004 to protect the natural complex of the Western Tengir Mountain, its coniferous and broadleaf forests, the flora and fauna, and the mountain lake ecosystem. The area is 27.4 thousand ha, of which forest area is 3.5 thousand ha (12.7%). It is home to 32 species of animals and 808 species of plants. The reserve is characterized by the diversity of natural conditions and richness of natural resources. Kulun Lake is located within the reserve.

References

“Kyrgyzstan” National Encyclopedia: vol. 4. Chief editor Asanov Ü. A. K 97. Bishkek: State Language and Encyclopedia Center, 2012. 832 pages, ill. ISBN 978 9967-14-104-9