Culture
04.06.2026
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Italian Opera Singer Performed at a Theatre in the Capital
A full house gathered at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre in the capital of Turkmenistan for a concert marking the 80th anniversary of the proclamation of the Italian Republic. On this occasion, the Embassy of Italy in Ashgabat, with the support of the Ministry of Culture, invited Italian soprano Zoe Papas to perform.
03.06.2026
1252
Sultan Raev: A Special People Live in Turkmenistan, Carefully Preserving the Symbols of Their Unique Identity
A large-scale exhibition of carpets and carpet products, as well as the 26th Meeting of the World Association of Connoisseurs of Turkmen Carpets, was held in the capital of Turkmenistan. Traditionally, these landmark events are dedicated to the Turkmen Carpet Day, which is celebrated annually on the last Sunday of May.
03.06.2026
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Our children are on the Internet
The concert «Our children are on the internet», dedicated to the International Children's Day, was successfully held at the «Watan» cinema and concert hall in the capital of Turkmenistan.
01.06.2026
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International Success of the Turkmen Theater
In the Era of the Revival of the New Epoch of the Powerful State, thanks to the noble initiatives of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero-Arkadag, and the tireless efforts of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the national theatrical arts of Turkmenistan continue to develop and reach new heights.
01.06.2026
1252
Turkmenistan – A Land of Happy Children
The international holiday Children’s Day coincides with the first day of summer, a favorite season for boys and girls, when schoolchildren begin their long vacations and can devote more time to their hobbies, playing with younger brothers and sisters, and visiting cultural and entertainment venues.
31.05.2026
1255
The capital city hosted festivities on the occasion of the holiday of the Turkmen carpet
Today, the capital city hosted the exhibition of carpets and carpet products as well as XXVI conference of the World Association of Connoisseurs of Turkmen Handmade Carpets, timed to the holiday of the Turkmen carpet annually marked on the last Sunday of May.
31.05.2026
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Celebrating Europe Day in Ashgabat: The Language of Culture and Friendship Needs No Translation
A cultural and educational festival titled “Journey to Europe,” dedicated to the celebration of Europe Day, was held at the Arkach shopping and entertainment center in the Turkmen capital. Bringing together the traditions of European countries and the hospitality of Turkmen land, the event attracted residents and visitors of the capital, particularly a large number of young people.
30.05.2026
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Strengthening Cultural Dialogue: Turkmenistan Participates Online in an International Forum in Kyrgyzstan
On May 26, the National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic named after A. Osmonov hosted the international conference “Preservation of Traditional Culture and Development of Creative Industries Based on Intangible Cultural Heritage” as part of the 20th OIMO International Festival.
30.05.2026
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Yarly Bayramov – the Turkmen Pioneer of “Object Abstraction”
There is no doubt that Yarly Bayramov was a unique artist. In his work, he vividly celebrated the Turkmen countryside and its people. However, he did so in his own distinctive way, opposing his personal vision to the dominant doctrine of socialist realism.
29.05.2026
1655
Turkmenistan Represented at the 26th International Theatre Festival “Melikhov Spring”
On May 28, the troupe of the A. S. Pushkin State Russian Drama Theatre from Ashgabat presented the performance “Chekhov’s Vaudevilles” on the stage of the Podolsk Drama Theatre as part of the 26th International Theatre Festival “Melikhov Spring.”