Talas, Kyrgyzstan

Talas is a city in Kyrgyzstan, located in the northwestern part of the country near the Talas River. It serves as the administrative center of Talas Region. Historically, Talas is known for the Battle of Talas (751 AD), which was a significant event between the Arab Abbasid Caliphate and the Chinese Tang Dynasty. Today, it is a small city with a mix of agriculture, trade, and cultural heritage. The surrounding landscape includes mountains and fertile plains, making it an important regional hub for local commerce and rural communities.