Turkmen dance kushtdepdi presented by Kazakh artists at a concert in Astana
The ancient folk dance kushtdepdi enjoys great popularity not only among professional and amateur groups in Turkmenistan but also arouses interest among foreign artists
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"Culture brings our peoples closer" - ambassador of Tajikistan on cooperation with Turkmenistan
Tajikistan and Turkmenistan continue to strengthen cultural ties, building on centuries-old traditions of friendship and humanism. In 2024, cooperation between the two countries gained special momentum within the framework of the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great Turkmen poet and thinker, Magtymguly Fragi
QR code system to be introduced at the Mary velayat museum
The Mary Velayat Historical and Local Lore Museum is preparing to introduce a QR code system that will allow visitors to explore the region's history using modern technology. This was reported by the newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan".
A collection of choral works by Mamed Huseynov “Crystal Chapel” has been published in Moscov
A new publication has emerged in the world of musical art – a collection of choral works titled "Crystal Chapel" by Mamed Huseynov. This compilation showcases selected choral compositions by the talented and distinctive composer, pieces that have become part of the repertoire of numerous choirs in Russia and beyond
A photo exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Neutrality opened in Türkiye
On February 7, 2025, a photo exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, as well as the proclamation of 2025 as the "International Year of Peace and Trust" opened in the province of Kirsehir, Türkiye.
An Art exhibition opens at the gallery of the Union of artists of Turkmenistan
On February 7, the Gallery of the union of artists of Turkmenistan hosted the opening of a creative exhibition of Turkmen artists, dedicated to the Year of International Peace and Trust.
The Museum of fine arts of Turkmenistan сelebrates its 20th anniversary
On February 17, 2025, the Museum of fine arts of Turkmenistan will celebrate its 20th anniversary. To mark this occasion, a special jubilee exhibition will be held, showcasing the finest works from the museum’s collection alongside contemporary artworks.
Turkmen culture presented at the "Silk Roads" exhibition at the British Museum
The ancient Turkmen dance "kushdepdi" as well as the national art of singing and playing the dutar, which have been included in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, were showcased by the Turkmen diaspora in London as part of the ongoing "Silk Roads" exhibition at the British Museum
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation held a working meeting with the organizing committee of the festival "Sounds of Dutar"
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation, Esen Aydogdyev, met on Monday, February 3, with representatives of the organizing committee of the Moscow International Festival of Arts "Sounds of Dutar". During the dialogue, the possibilities of organizing joint events in Russia were considered, in which both Turkmen performers and students studying in the Russian Federation will take part
Azerbaijan launches grand project within the TURKSOY Organization
Azerbaijan has launched a grand project within the framework of the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY), which will be the first of its kind on the international stage.
The "Mona Lisa" will have separate apartments in the Louvre
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that one of the most famous paintings in the world – the masterpiece of Italian Renaissance by Leonardo da Vinci – will be displayed in a separate room with a distinct entrance, separate from the rest of the Louvre's collection. Access to this room will require a special ticket
Dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory: filming begins on a new film at “Turkmenfilm”
At the Turkmenfilm Association named after “Oguzhan”, filming has commenced for a full-length feature film dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The film, tentatively titled "A Girl's Vow" ("Gyz kasamy"), is directed by Sahysalyh Bayramov
“Treasures of Turkmenistan” cultural evening held in Brussels
A cultural evening titled "Treasures of Turkmenistan" was held at the Turkmen Embassy in Brussels, Belgium. The event highlighted Turkmen arts and culture and served as a continuation of the Turkmen art exhibition organized as part of the Civilisations: Winter Edition art fair
Afterword to the Screening of the film about Magtymguly in New York: what the event participants discussed
TURKSOY has published a report on the screening of the Turkmen-Uzbek film "Magtymguly Fragi" held on January 21st at the Turkish House in New York. Speaking at the event, TURKSOY Secretary-General Sultan Rayev said: "This film is a powerful symbol, strengthening not only the depth of cultural ties between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, but also a symbol of the unity of the Turkic world"
A Scottish cultural evening took place in Ashgabat
The British Embassy in Turkmenistan held an evening on Friday, January 24th, dedicated to the renowned Scottish poet and folklorist Robert Burns, as well as Scottish culture, language, and traditions. The event coincided with the poet's birthday on January 25th, a national holiday in Scotland celebrated with a formal dinner featuring a traditional sequence of dishes he immortalized in his works, served to the sound of Scottish bagpipes and preceded by recitations of Burns' poems
