Karaftu Cave: An Ancient Sanctuary of Art and Faith in the Rocks of Iran
In Iran’s Kurdistan Province lies one of the country’s most mysterious archaeological sites — the Karaftu cave complex
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Bread Baked on Hot Pebbles: An Iranian Tradition with a Thousand-Year History
Sangak Has Been Officially Added to the Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Turkmen-Chinese Art Exhibition Dedicated to Horses Opens in Hong Kong
The opening ceremony for the traveling international exhibition "A Thousand Years of Divine Horses: Chinese-Turkmen Equestrian Culture and Art" took place at the Jing Art Museum in Hong Kong. This major cultural project was organized by the China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd. and the Embassy of Turkmenistan in China, with the participation of the China-Turkmenistan Cultural Center and the support of leading Hong Kong cultural organizations
Turkmenistan’s Traditions and Art at the Asia Culture Center in Korea
On September 16, coinciding with the first "Central Asia – Republic of Korea" Summit and the state visit of the President of Turkmenistan, the Asia Culture Center (ACC)—under the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism—is hosting "Turkmenistan Culture Day." This major event in the city of Gwangju aims to introduce the Korean audience to the country’s rich historical and cultural heritage and to establish long-term channels for humanitarian cooperation
Hindi Day Has Been Celebrated in Ashgabat, Strengthening Humanitarian Ties Between Turkmenistan and India
Today, September 14, a ceremonial evening dedicated to Hindi Day was held at the Embassy of India in Ashgabat. The festive program opened with a screening of the video “India Unravelled,” followed by a rich cultural program for the guests
Turkmen Musicians Perform with the Pan-Caucasian Orchestra at the Tsinandali Festival
Five representatives from Turkmenistan are performing at the 8th International Classical Music Festival in Tsinandali, Georgia, which is taking place from September 3 to 13
The Secret of the Huvdi: How the Lullaby Lives on in the Digital Age
A human being begins to hear the world long before seeing it. In the darkness of the mother's womb, the child's first and only point of reference is the steady, monotonous, and ceaseless rhythm of the mother's heartbeat. Yet, upon birth, this familiar world collapses, replaced by frightening open spaces, harsh sounds, and the unknown
The Theaters of Turkmenistan Will Present Premiere Performances for the 35th Anniversary of Independence
As part of the events dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Independence of Turkmenistan, premiere theatrical performances will be held on the stages of the country's theaters from September 11 to 13
Winners of the "Ýaňlan, Diýarym!" Youth Vocalist Contest Announced
The results of the final round of the "Ýaňlan, Diýarym!" televised contest for young performers have been announced in Ashgabat; the event is traditionally held as part of the creative competition for the President of Turkmenistan’s "Türkmeniň Altyn Asyry" (The Golden Age of the Turkmen) Award
Winners of the "Pearls of Independence" Children's Contest Receive Presidential Prizes
The colorful finale of the state contest for gifted children, "Garaşsyzlygyň merjen däneleri" ("Pearls of Independence"), took place at the "Turkmen White Yurt" concert venue in the Ak Bugday district of Akhal Province, near Ashgabat
Poetry Beyond Time: Tehran Discusses the Legacy of the Legendary Poet Rabia Balkhi
A scholarly conference titled “Rabia Balkhi — a Prominent Figure in the Poetry of the Samanid Era” was held at the Embassy of Tajikistan in Tehran
The Melodiya Orchestra Opened the New Musical Season in Ashgabat with an Oriental Show
The long-awaited opening of the new musical season in Ashgabat was marked by a vibrant and inspiring event. The Melodiya Orchestra, under the baton of international competition laureate Annaoraz Dovletov, was honored to be the first to confidently launch the new series of autumn musical evenings
Soundtracks from Marvel and DC Blockbusters Wil Be Performed by the Tahir Atayev Orchestra
Ashgabat will host a spectacular symphonic show dedicated to the iconic superhero universes
The 6th World Nomad Games Kick Off in Bishkek
The 6th World Nomad Games, the year's premier ethnosports and cultural forum, will kick off in Kyrgyzstan on August 31
Subsurface Anomalies Detected Under Noah's Ark Radar
The Durupınar rock formation in eastern Turkey, located near Mount Ararat, has once again become the focus of the global scientific community
