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The “Muqam” ensemble from Turkmenistan received an award at the Beijing Youth Orchestra Week

The “Mukam” violin ensemble from Turkmenistan took part in the International Youth Orchestra Arts Week, which was held in Beijing from July 18 to 21.The week brought together talented youth musical ensembles from around the world. Forum participants performed in various concerts, orchestral competitions, and participated in joint...

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21.07.2026

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Turkmenistan proposed to include the art of tahya making in the UNESCO list

Turkmenistan has submitted documents to UNESCO for the inclusion of the art of tahya making and the tradition of wearing it on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This was announced following a meeting of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO held at the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the State News Agency of...

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21.07.2026

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Creative figures from Turkmenistan received awards at the Festival of Young Poets of the Turkic World

Representatives of Turkmenistan took part in the II International Festival of Young Poets of the Turkic World, held in the Republic of Azerbaijan on July 16-17.The international festival was organized jointly by the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) and the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan....

Culture

21.07.2026

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Delegates of Turkmenistan took an active part in the theater forum in Moscow

Representatives of Turkmen theatrical art took part in the educational forum “Days of International Theater Cooperation”, which was held in Moscow from July 13 to 17.The forum program included sessions and master classes for advanced training of theater workers, project workshops, a round table meeting, a creative evening “Theater...

Culture

20.07.2026

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A young Turkmenistan performed at the art festival “Slavic Bazaar in Vitebsk”

Shirin Jumayeva from Turkmenistan performed on the stage of the International Arts Festival “Slavic Bazaar in Vitebsk”, which took place from July 14 to 19.Shirin sang the song “Wind of Change” from the famous children's film “Mary Poppins, Goodbye!”...

Culture

18.07.2026

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The State Museum of Turkmenistan will open an exhibition entitled "Graphic Art"

The exhibition "Graphic Art" will open on July 20 at the State Museum of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan.The museum invites everyone to the opening ceremony, which begins at 15:00.The museum's address is 50 Archabil Avenue.For information, please cal...

Culture

16.07.2026

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Days of Turkmenistan Culture are taking place in Tbilisi

The Days of Culture of Turkmenistan, timed to coincide with the state visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Georgia, are being held in Tbilisi with great success....

Culture

14.07.2026

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The best craftswomen specializing in felt-making have been identified in southern Turkmenistan

The regional stage of the "Gülüň owadan!" ("Beautiful Is Your Pattern!") contest for craftswomen specializing in the creation of felt carpets—"koshmas"—was held in Mary velayat.According to the rules, participants who had passed the qualifying rounds at the district and city levels competed in crafting felt items of specified dime...

Culture

13.07.2026

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The winners of the Ashgabat round of the television competition “Ýaňlan, Diýarym!” have been determined

The city round of the "Ýaňlan, Diýarym!" televised contest for young amateur performers took place in the Turkmen capital, in the square in front of the "White City Ashgabat" monument.According to the "Turkmenistan" newspaper, ten participants competed in the city stage following qualifying rounds....

Culture

06.07.2026

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Turkmenistan took part in the celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of the First Congress of Turkic Studies in Baku

Turkmen representatives took part in events held in Baku from 29 June to 1 July to mark the 100th anniversary of the First Congress of Turkic Studies. This was reported on the website of the Ministry of Culture of...

Culture

05.07.2026

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The “Melodiya” Orchestra will present a new musical program in Ashgabat

On July 11, the “Melodiya” Orchestra, led by international competition laureate Annaoraz Dovletov, will perform at the Watan Cinema and Concert Hall in Ashgabat.The musicians will present a unified program, comprised of works from various styles, eras, and geographic regions. A special place in the repertoire will be given to the...

Culture

04.07.2026

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The Consul General of Turkmenistan in Istanbul held a meeting with the head of the Organization of Turkic States

On July 2, Ovezgeldi Jumanazarov, Consul General of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye (Istanbul), held a meeting with Kubanychbek Omuraliev, Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States. The meeting took place at the Organization's Secretariat.During the conversation, the parties exchanged views on further strength...

Culture

03.07.2026

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An exhibition dedicated to scenography has opened at the Museum of Turkmenistan

An exhibition of graphic works and paintings dedicated to theatrical art and scenography opened at the Saparmurat Turkmenbashy Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan.Scenography is not merely the set design for a production, but an art form that unites the director's vision, the actor's stage persona, and the artistic realization....

Culture

01.07.2026

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An art exhibition featuring works by Natalia Kalugina and Gennady Osipov has opened in Ashgabat

A joint art exhibition featuring works by Natalia Kalugina and her son Gennady Osipov is currently being held at the Exhibition Center of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat.The artists possess distinct creative styles, and bringing their works together in a single exhibition is conceived as a "dialogue between generations,"...

Culture

01.07.2026

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Musicians from Turkmenistan were among the winners of the Maqom competition in Namangan

Representatives from Turkmenistan were among the winners of the competition held as part of the 3rd International Maqom Art Forum, which took place in the city of Namangan from June 23 to 26.The Turkmen participants were awarded an honorary statuette and a monetary prize,...

Culture

29.06.2026

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Festive celebrations took place at the foot of the Magtymguly Pyragy monument in Ashgabat

In Ashgabat, within fhe framework of the celebrations marking the Day of Culture and Art Workers and the Day of Poetry of Magtymguly Pyragy, a flower-laying ceremony took place at the monument to the great son of the Turkmen people, located in the "Magtymguly Pyragy" cultural and park complex in the picturesque foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains.Gathered here are m...

Culture

27.06.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the people on the Day of Cultural Workers and Magtymguly Poetry

Today, Turkmenistan celebrates the Day of Culture and Art Workers, as well as the Day of Poetry of Magtymguly Pyragy.On this occasion, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to his compatriots and to figures in the fields of culture and the arts.Modern achievements in the domestic cultural sphere are having a significant impact on th...

Culture

26.06.2026

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A review of the events of the fourth day of Turkmenistan Culture Week

The busy program of the fourth day of Culture Week in the Balkan velayat included significant events.This morning, a scientific and methodological field seminar entitled "Modern Methods of Studying and Restoring Historical and Cultural Monuments" was held at the Ancient Dehistan State Historical and Cultural Reserve. Specialists a...

Culture

25.06.2026

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The third day of Culture Week in Turkmenistan began with a boat trip on the Caspian Sea

The third day of Culture Week in Turkmenistan began with a boat cruise on the Caspian Sea. This allowed creative artists to be inspired by the landscapes of the “Awaza” National Tourist Zone.The day continued at the Balkan velayat Museum of History and Local Lore, where an exhibition of fine and applied arts was held. The works on...

Culture

25.06.2026

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The premiere of the children's inclusive play "Emerald City" took place in Ashgabat

The play "Emerald City," performed by the Children's Inclusive Theatre Group, premiered at the A.S. Pushkin State Russian Drama Theatre in Ashgabat, according to "Turkmenistan: Golden Age."...

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