Burana Tower is a large minaret in the Chuy Valley, which lies very close to the city of Tokmok. Built in the 11th century, Burana is one of the last remaining pieces of the ancient city of Balasagun, which was established at the end of the 9th century. Legend says Burana was constructed to protect the local king who was told his newly-born daughter would die once she reached the age of eighteen. To protect her, he had a tower built where his daughter could live alone, only allowing a servant to bring her food. The daughter grew up and became a beautiful young lady. At the age of eighteen, a poisonous spider…