ASHU

Located in the Chon-Kemin National Park just outside Bishkek, ASHU Guesthouse and Conference Center is nestled within the Kyrgyz mountains. Stanbek Toichubaev, a local businessman and ASHU’s owner wanted to introduce the small village to contemporary art and at the same time provide employment opportunities for it’s citizens. ASHU is open free of charge to any artist who’s in need of a respite, a place to relax and create work in a beautiful natural environment. All that is required is that artists provide their own transportation to Bishkek and upon completion of their stay in ASHU, leave an artwork behind. This work becomes part of the collection of the guesthouse. With a fully equipped conference room, ASHU is also a great place to host workshops, small conferences and corporate retreats. This was our base for a few days while we discussed public art projects, got to know each other and relaxed.








Photos by Mumtoz