The Cholpon-Ata Petroglyphs are located on the outskirts of Cholpon-Ata, near the northern shore of Issyk-Kul. This is an open-air archaeological complex where boulders with ancient images are scattered across a large area. The site is known as one of the largest and most accessible collections of rock art in Kyrgyzstan.

On the surface of the stones, you can see figures of animals, hunting scenes, chariots, as well as individual signs and compositions. The most common images are mountain goats, deer, horses, and other animals. Most of the drawings date from the Late Bronze Age to the early Middle Ages, although some images may have appeared at different times.

The complex is interesting not only for the petroglyphs themselves, but also for its archaeological context. Among the stones, there are stone layouts and structures that attract the attention of researchers. The exact purpose of this place remains a subject of study: it is considered both a monument of ancient art and a possible sacred space.

For tourists, this is an opportunity to see ancient images in a natural setting, without museum display cases, and to better imagine how life in the Issyk-Kul basin changed over many centuries. The Cholpon-Ata Petroglyphs are suitable for a leisurely walk and for discovering one of the most famous archaeological attractions in the vicinity of the city.