The main square of the country meets this significant day in festive attire, attended by thousands of Ashgabat and the numerous guests who came from all parts of Turkmenistan and abroad.
At the center stand are the members of the government of Turkmenistan, heads of the Mejlis, ministries and departments, large public organizations, khyakims of velayats and Ashgabat, the heads of accredited in our country, diplomatic missions and ambassadors of Turkmenistan abroad, as well as members held in anticipation of the holiday XV Conference humanitarian Association of World Turkmens and the Council of Elders of Turkmenistan
At 10.00 a.m. the Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov rises On a public platform. All gathered people greeted the Turkmen leader with a great enthusiasm.
By tradition, the holiday begins with a military parade, which has become a kind of show of defensive strength of Turkmenistan and demonstrated high professionalism and training of Turkmen soldiers.
President of Turkmenistan, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, General of the Army Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov solemnly Reports to the Minister of Defense of Turkmenistan B.Gundogdyev.
The national anthem of Turkmenistan is followed by volleys of artillery salute. By flagpole solemnly raised national flag of Turkmenistan.
Banner of the group opens parade followed by the young drummers - students of military schools. Following them at a measured pace, the area held battalion officers of the Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan, exemplary battalion officer pilots.
The parade continue cadets of the Military Institute and the Naval Institute of the Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan, followed by infantry battalion soldiers, is a good example of perfect proficiency and high military skill. They were replaced by a battalion of Turkmen pilots. Expertly managing modern aircraft, they are well protected the peaceful expanse of sky over our beloved homeland.
On the main square, a measured pace are serving in the national Navy who made a great contribution to the success of tactical exercises with live firing "Khazar-2012", which this year for the first time took place in the western region of the country.
The parade continues parachute battalion of the regiment of special purpose and Marine battalion column personnel and anti-aircraft artillery battalions. Orderly rows one after the other followed by the area of engineering battalions and chemical forces, civil defense, rescue, etc.
Original ornament of the parade was the march on the main square of riders - soldiers riding on Akhal-Teke horses.
Then comes the turn of modern military equipment, which is in service of the National Army. By area, one by one, moving mechanized columns of various arms of the Armed Forces. Parade continues in the air above the square fly combat aircraft - Su-25, leaving behind a colorful plume.
Before the public tribune appears Separate Battalion Honor Guard Ministry of Defence. Warriors show their flawless proficiency and skill in the performance of front-line techniques with weapons
A brief pause ... and the space appear on the proud handsome horses riders in traditional folk costumes. The festive ceremony was made colorful horse symbol of unwavering commitment to the Turkmen people in this age of high technology to their age-old traditions and cultural origins.
Go to the area of the column, in the forefront of which the elders all the velayats, the deputies of the Mejlis, representatives of the largest public organizations, various government agencies, representatives of many thousands of "creative department" of the country, science, education, health, tourism and sports.
On the main square of the country are held by representatives of ministries and departments, working industries. Among the participants in the parade were many workers working in various industries in uniform, specialists of industrial structures. On machines were the models and colorful mural depicting the achievements of modern Turkmenistan. It clearly presents the country's success in construction, industry, energy, oil and gas industry, textile industry, transport and communication complex and entrepreneurship.
In general, in a colorful procession was attended by about 20,000 people.
But the most memorable and touching part of a festive procession was rightly recognized his final part when the main square of the country went to the children. Hope and future of Turkmenistan were the best children's creative teams of the country, the winners of the various national shows, contests and winners of international festivals. Young artists perform a provocative dance composition, the song "We Are Together" - a happy childhood and beloved homeland, friendship and execution cherished dreams.
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Late into the evening festivities was still celebrating in Ashgabat. Gala concert of masters of arts in honor of Independence Day and to coincide with the date of the glorious state light holiday of Kurban Bayram place in the cultural and entertainment center "Alem" which was attended by number of residents and visitors.
And after dark, the night sky above the monumental center of the Ferris wheel "Alem" raised sparkling fountain fireworks that erupted by colored lights. One after the other occurred in the dark heights bizarre pictures of light, illuminating the faces of the people enthusiastic, joyful, open smiles and happiness shining eyes…
At the center stand are the members of the government of Turkmenistan, heads of the Mejlis, ministries and departments, large public organizations, khyakims of velayats and Ashgabat, the heads of accredited in our country, diplomatic missions and ambassadors of Turkmenistan abroad, as well as members held in anticipation of the holiday XV Conference humanitarian Association of World Turkmens and the Council of Elders of Turkmenistan
At 10.00 a.m. the Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov rises On a public platform. All gathered people greeted the Turkmen leader with a great enthusiasm.
By tradition, the holiday begins with a military parade, which has become a kind of show of defensive strength of Turkmenistan and demonstrated high professionalism and training of Turkmen soldiers.
President of Turkmenistan, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, General of the Army Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov solemnly Reports to the Minister of Defense of Turkmenistan B.Gundogdyev.
The national anthem of Turkmenistan is followed by volleys of artillery salute. By flagpole solemnly raised national flag of Turkmenistan.
Banner of the group opens parade followed by the young drummers - students of military schools. Following them at a measured pace, the area held battalion officers of the Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan, exemplary battalion officer pilots.
The parade continue cadets of the Military Institute and the Naval Institute of the Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan, followed by infantry battalion soldiers, is a good example of perfect proficiency and high military skill. They were replaced by a battalion of Turkmen pilots. Expertly managing modern aircraft, they are well protected the peaceful expanse of sky over our beloved homeland.
On the main square, a measured pace are serving in the national Navy who made a great contribution to the success of tactical exercises with live firing "Khazar-2012", which this year for the first time took place in the western region of the country.
The parade continues parachute battalion of the regiment of special purpose and Marine battalion column personnel and anti-aircraft artillery battalions. Orderly rows one after the other followed by the area of engineering battalions and chemical forces, civil defense, rescue, etc.
Original ornament of the parade was the march on the main square of riders - soldiers riding on Akhal-Teke horses.
Then comes the turn of modern military equipment, which is in service of the National Army. By area, one by one, moving mechanized columns of various arms of the Armed Forces. Parade continues in the air above the square fly combat aircraft - Su-25, leaving behind a colorful plume.
Before the public tribune appears Separate Battalion Honor Guard Ministry of Defence. Warriors show their flawless proficiency and skill in the performance of front-line techniques with weapons
A brief pause ... and the space appear on the proud handsome horses riders in traditional folk costumes. The festive ceremony was made colorful horse symbol of unwavering commitment to the Turkmen people in this age of high technology to their age-old traditions and cultural origins.
Go to the area of the column, in the forefront of which the elders all the velayats, the deputies of the Mejlis, representatives of the largest public organizations, various government agencies, representatives of many thousands of "creative department" of the country, science, education, health, tourism and sports.
On the main square of the country are held by representatives of ministries and departments, working industries. Among the participants in the parade were many workers working in various industries in uniform, specialists of industrial structures. On machines were the models and colorful mural depicting the achievements of modern Turkmenistan. It clearly presents the country's success in construction, industry, energy, oil and gas industry, textile industry, transport and communication complex and entrepreneurship.
In general, in a colorful procession was attended by about 20,000 people.
But the most memorable and touching part of a festive procession was rightly recognized his final part when the main square of the country went to the children. Hope and future of Turkmenistan were the best children's creative teams of the country, the winners of the various national shows, contests and winners of international festivals. Young artists perform a provocative dance composition, the song "We Are Together" - a happy childhood and beloved homeland, friendship and execution cherished dreams.
Late into the evening festivities was still celebrating in Ashgabat. Gala concert of masters of arts in honor of Independence Day and to coincide with the date of the glorious state light holiday of Kurban Bayram place in the cultural and entertainment center "Alem" which was attended by number of residents and visitors.
And after dark, the night sky above the monumental center of the Ferris wheel "Alem" raised sparkling fountain fireworks that erupted by colored lights. One after the other occurred in the dark heights bizarre pictures of light, illuminating the faces of the people enthusiastic, joyful, open smiles and happiness shining eyes…