The Ala Bel Ashuu Pass (3,175 m) is located on the highway M41 between Toktogul and the plateau Suusamyr. Thus also the Ala Bel Ashuu Pass is a small part of the Silk Road. When traveling from the east to the pass as you cross the plateau Suusamyr. Suusamyr is a very broad valley surrounded by beautiful mountains which are partly covered with snow even in summer.
On the western side of the pass is the idyllic small town Toktogul. It is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges which are covered with snow. Not far from town is the Toktogul Reservoir. The same time, the largest reservoir of Kyrgyzstan.
Direction
East - West
Elevation
3,175 m
Region / District
Region Talas - District Talas
Country
Valley communities
Toktogul - Suusamir
Mountains
Winter closure
Depending on snow conditions short-term winter locks are possible
Coordinates
42° 14' 30.69" N 73° 4' 42.48" E
Special features
M41 (E010 Silk Road) Very well constructed access road to Osh