Culture
16.04.2026
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A chamber concert of classical music took place in Ashgabat
A chamber concert of classical music was held in the Small Hall of the Turkmen National Conservatory named after Maya Kulyyeva in the capital of Turkmenistan. The program opened with a series of works by Nury Halmammedov, «Unheard Songs of the Children of Hiroshima and Nagasaki», performed by Honoured Artist of Turkmenistan Leyli Okdirova.Leyli possesses a coloratura soprano voice that allows her to express the most subtle nuances conveyed in the verses of Japanese poets and in the music of the empathetic Turkmen composer. And the audience in the hall highly appreciated the vocal and artistic talent of the singer.
16.04.2026
608
Composer Sukhan Tuiliyev: Stages of my life
A symphonic concert titled “Ömrümiň bentleri” was held at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre in the capital of Turkmenistan. The program featured works by Honored Artist of Turkmenistan Sukhan Tuiliyev. The concert was dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the teacher, composer, and Candidate of Art History, Sukhan Allyevich Tuiliyev.
15.04.2026
1387
«The Pearl of Africa» – Uganda invites tourists from Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan and Uganda are separated by thousands of kilometres, yet this country of contrasts has every chance of becoming a popular destination for Turkmen travellers eager for new discoveries and exciting experiences.
15.04.2026
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Turkmenistan Expands Tourism Horizons — From Ancient Landmarks to Caspian Cruises
As part of the international forum “Turkmentravel – 2026,” which kicked off in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan’s Minister of Culture, Atageldi Shamyradov, presented the country’s tourism development strategy.
15.04.2026
675
Ambassador Ahmet Demirok: “Tourism brings cultures closer and builds bridges of friendship”
A meeting of representatives of the diplomatic corps, the tourism industry, and the media was held at the Turkish Cultural Center in the capital of Turkmenistan as part of the opening of Tourism Week of Türkiye.
14.04.2026
806
An Exhibition of Works by Master Painter Amangeldi Hydyrov Held in the Balkan Velayat
The name of Amangeldi Hydyrov, a painter and member of the Union of Artists of Turkmenistan, is well known not only in our country but also far beyond its borders.
13.04.2026
892
Rovshen Nepesov: And again karaoke
A karaoke concert by the vocal and instrumental group of Rovshen Nepesov took place at the «Vatan» cinema and concert hall.
13.04.2026
940
An exhibition of ancient Turkmen national costumes, crafts, and jewelry opened in Tokyo
On April 10, 2026, the Tokyo Shoto Museum of Art held an opening ceremony for an exhibition of ancient Turkmen national costumes, crafts, exquisite embroidery, and jewelry under the slogan "Handicrafts of Central Asia." The exhibition will run from April 11 to June 14, 2026.
12.04.2026
1320
Gurbangeldi Gurbanov: A Graphic Artist Who Captured the Hearts of Art Lovers
A solo exhibition of works by People’s Artist of Turkmenistan Gurbangeldi Gurbanov, dedicated to his 75th anniversary, has been opened at the Exhibition Center of Fine Arts of the Ministry of Culture of the country.
11.04.2026
1363
French Music of the 19th–20th Centuries Inspired by Women
The Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre hosted a concert by French pianist Christine Fonlupt, accompanied by the State Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Honored Artist of Turkmenistan Resul Gylyjov.