Dance of a Young Turkmen Artist Enriches International Children’s Cultural Forum in Moscow
On August 20, the gala concert “Friendship” was held in Moscow, becoming the central event of the 5th International Children’s Cultural Forum
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From a Snake's Gift to Sacred Stones—the Amazing Turkmen Legend of "Harpyz"
The watermelon is an essential symbol of summer in the lives of Turkmens. However, in folk memory, it's not just a tasty fruit; it's also the subject of unique legends and beliefs
Railway Excursion to Koneurgench Will Be Organized in Turkmenistan
A tourist trip to the ancient city of Koneurgench will take place from August 28 to 30, 2026, organized by Medeniýet we Syýahat magazine of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan.
“Medeniýet we Syýahat” Magazine Organizes a Trip to Ancient Merv
The “Medeniýet we Syýahat” magazine of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan organizes domestic tourist trips aimed at promoting the country’s tourism potential
A Turkmen-Uzbek Film About Magtymguly Will Be Presented at the LEFF Film Festival in St. Petersburg
A joint feature film by Turkmen and Uzbek filmmakers, "Magtymguly Fragi," has been included in the official program of the 7th Lendoc Film Festival (LEFF), which will be held in St. Petersburg from August 20 to 22
August 9th is Memorial Day of Ernst Neizvestny
10 years ago, on August 9, 2016, Ernst Neizvestny, a sculptor whose name became a symbol of spiritual resistance, monumental scale and creative uncompromising, passed away in New York. His biography is intertwined with global triumphs and Soviet disgrace: from a public confrontation with Khrushchev at the Manege to victories at international UNESCO competitions, where he beat out Salvador Dalí and Robert Rauschenberg
Embassy of India Invites Ashgabat Residents to Discover Indian Cinema
The Embassy of India in Ashgabat invites members of the Indian diaspora, as well as residents and guests of Ashgabat interested in Indian culture, to attend the Indian Film Festival, which will take place from August 14 to 16, 2026
Azerbaijan Hosts the First International Art Exhibition “Crossroads of Cultures”
The first international art exhibition, “Crossroads of Cultures,” has opened in Azerbaijan as part of the large-scale GabalaFest festival
The Melodiya Orchestra Will Present a New Program, "Heart of the East," in Ashgabat
The Watan Cinema and Concert Hall in Ashgabat will host one of the most vibrant musical events of the summer. On August 29, the Melodiya Youth Orchestra will perform a grand celebratory concert entitled "Heart of the East"
A Journey Through the Screen Earns International Recognition for Türkiye’s Cinematic Tourism Projects
In today's tourism industry, traditional promotional videos are increasingly giving way to cinematic storytelling
Craftsmen and Designers from Turkmenistan Are Participating in the 5th Ethno Festival in Kazan
The anniversary 5th International Ethno Festival "Lifestyle – Cultural Code" has opened in Kazan
Tahya and Traditional Medicine: Turkmenistan Promotes Its Cultural Heritage at UNESCO
Turkmenistan has prepared and submitted a package of documents to UNESCO for the inscription of three national heritage sites on the organization's international and regional registers
Azerbaijan's Tandoor Bread-Baking Tradition Added to UNESCO Heritage List
The traditional craft of making the clay tandoor (tandir) oven and baking bread in it has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Turkmen Pop Artists Performed Georgian Songs at the Opening of Culture Days in Tbilisi
Our country's creative delegation to Georgia presented performances by folk groups, joint projects by museum specialists, and unexpected musical surprises. The Culture Days of Turkmenistan, timed to the state visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, are being held in Tbilisi to great acclaim
How Digital Technology Is Saving the Dandanakan Mosque
A unique field workshop, "Dandanakan: Future Technologies for Preserving the Past," has launched at the Ancient Merv State Reserve. The project is being implemented as part of a large-scale state program for the preservation of historical and cultural heritage for 2022-2028
