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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."...

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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....

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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...

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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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06.06.26

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The student festival “Talyp joşguny – 2026” ended in Ashgabat

The final gala concert of the annual creative festival "Talyp joşguny – 2026" took place at the Aşgabat Song and Music Center. The event attracted hundreds of spectators.The finals featured performances by creative groups from Turkmenistan's universities that had passed the qualifying rounds. Participants presented vocal and dance...

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06.06.26

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Days of Azerbaijani Culture officially opened in Ashgabat

On June 5, the Days of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Turkmenistan officially opened at the Palace of Mukams in Ashgabat.The extensive conc...

Culture

05.06.26

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Days of Turkmenistan Culture in Russia opened in Moscow

The Moscow State Academic Theatre "Russian Song" hosted the grand opening of the Days of Culture of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation.According to the press service of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Moscow, the event was attended by representatives of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, employees of Russian cultural inst...

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05.06.26

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A Tashkent university held a celebration to mark the 35th anniversary of independence of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan

A cultural and educational event dedicated to the 35th anniversaries of independence of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan was held at the National Research University "Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers."Turkmenistan's Ambassador to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Sh. Meredov, and the University's Rect...

Culture

02.06.26

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A unique exhibition, "Neo-Poetry," will open in Ashgabat

The capital's Art Bazaar gallery invites residents and visitors to Ashgabat to the opening of the "Neo-Poetry" exhibition, which will take place on June 20 at 18:00.This is a large-scale experimental project by Turkmen writer, poet, and playwright Hemra Shirov.The exhibition completely changes t...

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02.06.26

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International designers will present contemporary fashion on the Turkmen Textile catwalk in Ashgabat

International fashion shows will be held within the framework of the Turkmen Textile Expo 2026 exhibition, which will be held in Ashgabat from June 4 to 6....

Culture

01.06.26

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Days of Azerbaijani Culture in Turkmenistan will be held from June 5 to 7

Azerbaijan Culture Days will be held in Ashgabat and Arkadag, Turkmenistan, from May 5 to 7.The cultural event will include concerts by Azerbaijani artists, exhibitions, screenings of Azerbaijani films, and academic conferences.June 5The “Ashg...

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01.06.26

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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov: "Children are the beautiful flowers of life"

Raising a healthy, happy, and patriotic generation is one of the key objectives of Turkmenistan's state policy. This is stated in the congratulatory message from the National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, addressed to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the occasion of International Children's Day. The tex...

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30.05.26

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The Ashgabat Russian Drama Theater performed within the framework of the Melikhovo Spring festival

The Ashgabat State Russian Drama Theater named after A.S. Pushkin presented the play "Chekhov's Vaudevilles" at the Podolsk Drama Theater as part of the 26th International Theater Festival "Melikhovo Spring," which runs from May 22 to 31,...

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26.05.26

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Ashgabat will host Festa della Musica in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic

On June 3, 2026, the Magtymguly Musical and Drama Theatre will host the Festa della Musica concert, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic.The event is organized by the Italian Embassy in Ashgabat jointly with the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. The music festival is held annually as part of the bilateral c...

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20.05.26

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An exhibition of graphic poetry by writer and poet Hemra Shirov has opened in Ashgabat

The Bashim Nurali Children's Art School in Ashgabat hosted the opening of an unusual exhibition featuring the graphic poetry of renowned Turkmen writer, poet, and playwright Hemra Shirov....

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20.05.26

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Turkmen artisans took part in the 5th International Crafts Festival in Meghri

The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the 5th International Crafts Festival, which was held on May 16-17 in the city of Meghri, Republic of Armenia.Turkmen artisans presented exquisite national handicrafts. Turkmen national jewelry, carpets, embroideries, and souvenirs attracted the attention of festival attendees, according...

Culture

19.05.26

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A concert in honor of Turkmenistan's Constitution and National Flag Day was held in Ashgabat

According to the State News Agency of Turkmenistan, the musical and dance performances dedicated to the holiday were performed with great enthusiasm and inspiration.<...

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