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20.06.26

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The Sary-bagshy family dynasty is an integral part of the musical culture of the Turkmen people

The musical culture of the Turkmen people has been passed down from generation to generation for centuries. Throughout history, folk musicians—the bagshy —who mastered the art of singing and playing national instruments, have been held in special esteem and respect. They were the collectors and preservers of Turkmen musical folklore....

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19.06.26

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An exhibition of portraits of national cultural and artistic figures has opened at the Ashgabat Museum

The Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan has organized a thematic exhibition dedicated to the Day of Cultural and Art Workers, celebrated in the country on June 27.According to the website of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, the exhibition features portraits of national artists painted by the country's People's Artists: "Co...

Culture

18.06.26

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Turkmen jeweler Govher Nuryeva was awarded a 1000 USD cash prize at a competition in Bukhara

Turkmen master jeweler Govher Nuryeva took third place in the "Golden Thread and Jewelry" competition, held in Bukhara in May of this year.The competition organizers ceremoniously awarded her one thousand US dollars and the Competition Cup,...

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18.06.26

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Ashgabat will host a meeting of the CIS Council on Cultural Cooperation in 2026

A meeting of the Council for Cultural Cooperation of the CIS Member States will be held in Ashgabat this year. This was announced by Turkmenistan's Minister of Education, Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev, at the plenary session of the International Conference on Strengthening Cultural Ties and Developing Creative Industries in St. Petersburg....

Culture

18.06.26

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Events in honor of Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly took place in Tehran

Events dedicated to the work of the great Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi took place in Tehran, the Turkmen Foreign Ministry reported.On June 16, a cultural event dedicated to the poet's work was held at Khawar...

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18.06.26

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A roundup of cultural events in Ashgabat on June 20-21

This weekend, Ashgabat will host vibrant cultural events that residents and visitors alike shouldn't miss.As a reminder, on June 20 at 18:00, the Art Bazaar gallery will open an interactive exhibition,...

Culture

18.06.26

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A theater in Turkmenistan's northern region is preparing a play about Baba Gammara

The troupe of the Nurmuhammed Andalib State Musical and Drama Theater in the Dashoguz region is completing work on the production of the new play "Jennet Mukamy."The premiere of the play is a creative gift from the theater and will take place in Dashoguz during Turkmenistan Culture Week in the Balkan region,...

Culture

17.06.26

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Turkmen artisans created a carpet based on Pushkin's fairy tales

The Turkmen carpet company El Darak, in collaboration with the National Museum of Turkmen Carpets, created a hand-woven carpet inspired by the works of Alexander Pushkin. The 2-by-1,5-meter piece was unveiled at a gala reception celebrating Russia Day in Ashgabat.The carpet depicts Lukomorye, the Golden Cockerel, characters from “...

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17.06.26

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A film about Magtymguly Fragi will represent Turkmenistan at a film festival in Russia

The 1st Mari International Ethnic Film Festival is taking place in Yoshkar-Ola, the capital of the Mari El Republic, from June 15 to 19. The joint Uzbek-Turkmen film "Magtymguly Fragi"...

Culture

17.06.26

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Turkmen musicians performed as part of the CIS Youth Symphony Orchestra

Musicians from the State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan joined the CIS Youth Symphony Orchestra and performed at the XIX Forum of Creative and Scientific Intelligentsia of the CIS Member States, held in Bishkek.As noted by the chief conductor of the State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan,...

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17.06.26

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A concert dedicated to the Day of Cultural Workers was held at the oil and gas university of Turkmenistan

On the eve of Turkmenistan's Day of Culture and Arts Workers and Magtymguly Fragi Poetry Day, a festive concert was held at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas.A literary and musical composition, “Long Live a Peaceful Life!” performed by students, was presented on stage....

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16.06.26

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The Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan is accepting applications for participation in an international short story competition

The Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan is accepting applications for participation in the VIII International Short Story Competition named after Mahmud Kashgarly, which was announced in honor of the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Eurasian Union of Writers.The competition invites stories that have not previously been publ...

Culture

15.06.26

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The Tahir Atayev Orchestra will perform a concert titled "Around the World" in Ashgabat

The Tahir Atayev Orchestra invites Ashgabat residents and visitors to the capital on a musical journey to the "Around the World" concert, which will take place on July 5 at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theater.The concert program includes recognizable melodies, world hits, and beloved soundtracks that are heard around t...

Culture

12.06.26

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Restoration of the head of a Buddha statue continues in Turkmenistan

Representatives from the J. Paul Getty Museum (Los Angeles, USA) arrived in Turkmenistan on another official visit, the purpose of which is to continue a large-scale project to preserve and restore fragments of the head of a 5th-century CE Buddha statue discovered in Ancient Merv. This was reported by the online newspaper "Golden Age."...

Culture

11.06.26

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People's Artist of Turkmenistan Annagul Gurdova celebrated her 75th birthday

On June 10, People's Artist of Turkmenistan Annagul Gurdova celebrated her 75th birthday. Moreover, the artist also celebrated 70 years of performing, reports ussatnews.com....

Culture

10.06.26

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The "Music Through the Ages" concert will be held in Ashgabat

Graduates of the Maya Kuliyeva Turkmen National Conservatory invite you to the concert "Music Through the Ages."The concert will take place on June 12 at 16:00 in the Great Hall of the Conservatory.The concert program will feature works by J.S. Bach, W.A. Mozart, C. Gounod, R. Schumann, R. Strau...

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10.06.26

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A photography exhibition by Paul Nadar has opened in Ashgabat

An exhibition by French photographer Paul Nadar has opened at the Saparmurat Turkmenbashy Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan. It features 45 photographs taken in 1890 in what is now Turkmenistan....

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10.06.26

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A Celebration of Heritage and Culture: an exhibition dedicated to Turkmenistan opened in Bucharest

An exhibition organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania opened yesterday at the National Museum of the Romanian Peasantry in Bucharest, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan....

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10.06.26

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An exhibition of works by French photographer Paul Nadar will open at the Ashgabat Museum

From June 11 to 23, 2026, the Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan will host a unique photography exhibition, "Journey Through the Turkmen Lands." Visitors will see rare photographs taken by French photographer Paul Nadar in 1890, a captivating glimpse into life in Central Asia at the turn of the epoch.The exhibition will feature p...

Culture

08.06.26

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Turkmenistan showcased its culture at the Setagaya Festival in Tokyo

On June 6–7, 2026, Turkmenistan participated in the Setagaya Festival in Tokyo with a booth showcasing the country's culture and history.The exhibit included cultural heritage items, national dishes, sweets, folk crafts, and souvenirs....

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