Banknote Kyrgyzstan 1 Som, Equestr. st. of Manas the Noble - 1993

This banknote, with a face value of 1 som, was issued in 1993 by Kyrgyzstan. It measures 139 mm long and 70 mm wide.

The front of the banknote features Kyrgyz national ornaments, graphic elements representing the art and culture of Kyrgyzstan. There is also an equestrian statue of Manas the Noble. Manas is the central hero of the Kyrgyz national epic "Manas", a major literary work transmitted orally for centuries before being transcribed. The banknote pays tribute to this iconic figure in Kyrgyz history and identity.

The back of the banknote depicts the Mausoleum of Manas, located in Talas, a city in western Kyrgyzstan. This mausoleum is an important historical monument, although recent studies suggest that it may not be directly related to Manas himself, but rather to a local princess. Nevertheless, it remains a strong cultural symbol and a place of pilgrimage.

This 1993 1 som banknote offers a glimpse into the important national and cultural symbols of Kyrgyzstan, highlighting the epic of Manas and significant architectural elements.