Another unique sightseeing spot in Karakol is this wooden mosque built by Dungans, Chinese Muslims, who were fleeing conflict in China. It was completed in 1910 and was built in a traditional style without any nails. 

It’s still used today by local male worshippers for praying, but is also open to tourists outside of prayer times to take a look inside. Women need to have their head and shoulders covered, but there are free scarves to borrow at the entrance if you need.