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A master class on sewing and embroidery of a kiseta, vest, belt, and strap will be held at the IZO Museum.

On December 6, a master class dedicated to the sewing and embroidery of a kishet, vest, belt, and strap will take place at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The event will be led by Turar Turganaly — a designer and member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan.

06.12.2025, 11:15
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A lecture on Byzantine art will be held at the Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts.

On December 6, a lecture dedicated to the art of Byzantium will be held at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The lecturer will be art historian Akzhibek Beishebaeva. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, during the lecture, participants will learn about mosaics, architectural achievements, and frescoes, as well as why scholars refer to the people of that time as Byzantines, despite the fact that there was no country called Byzantium.

06.12.2025, 05:08
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The Opera and Ballet Theater will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Almaz Sarlykbekov

On December 8, an event dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the outstanding director and People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Almaz Sarlykbekov will take place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abdylas Maldybaev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Almaz Sarlykbekov held the position of chief director at the Naryn Regional Musical and Dramatic Theater named after M. Ryskulov, and was also the artistic director of the Kyrgyz Drama Theater named

05.12.2025, 13:51
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The next meeting of the committee on the cultural tourism development project took place.

Under the leadership of the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, another meeting of the committee working on the project "Development of Cultural Tourism in Kyrgyzstan through the Production of Traditional Handicrafts and Enhancement of Their Digital Marketing Potential" took place. The committee includes representatives from various ministries, experts from UNESCO, as well as museum directors and craftspeople from all regions of the

05.12.2025, 12:28
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In Kyrgyzstan, they have started filming the feature film "Chingiz Aitmatov". Teaser

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, work has begun in Kyrgyzstan on a feature film dedicated to the life and work of the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. The film promises to be a biographical drama that highlights the key moments of Aitmatov's life and his significant contribution to world culture. The premiere is scheduled for 2026.

05.12.2025, 12:08
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The VII International Film Forum of Women Directors is taking place in Osh

From December 2 to 5, the VII International Forum of Women Directors titled "Mountains. Ecology, Women in Cinema – A Perspective That Changes the Future" is taking place in Osh. This event features the special representative of the president for the implementation of the Decade of Action for the Development of Mountain Regions, Dinara Kemelova. The forum is organized as part of the Decade of Action, timed to coincide with the International Mountain Day, and opens a series of events

05.12.2025, 11:13
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Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan will cooperate in the field of youth policy, - Ministry of Culture

On December 4, during the official visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and the Prime Minister's Youth Program of Pakistan. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reports that in addition to this document, several agreements were also signed that will promote deeper cooperation in various areas such as economy, education, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, energy, and

05.12.2025, 09:30
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The National Philharmonic Concluded Its Tour in the South of the Country with the Musical "Zhamilya"

The Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic, in collaboration with the S. Ibraimov Osh National Drama Theater, has successfully completed its tour in the southern regions, presenting the audience with a musical based on the work of the famous writer Chinghiz Aitmatov — "Jamilya." According to information provided by the National Philharmonic, the tour was organized as part of a presidential decree dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Chinghiz Aitmatov's birth.

05.12.2025, 09:00
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<b>“The History of the Manaschi”: </b>The Story of the Manaschi Chal Sydyk Uulu

On February 18, a presentation of the book titled "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas." This publication includes biographies and stories about the lives of 150 manaschy, covering the last 500 years. The book was prepared by Nurbek Talantbekov, a manaschy and the director of the theater. In chronological order, the stories of each manaschy are presented, supplemented by poems written by Rysbay Isakov. This manaschy is listed in the Guinness Book of

04.12.2025, 17:24
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In Bishkek, the Day of the Epic "Manas" was celebrated. Photo

On December 4, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the Epic "Manas" took place in the Grand Hall of the National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the participants were State Secretary Arslan Koychiev, Presidential Advisor Marat Imankulov, First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Suunbek Nadyrbekov, as well as member of the Central Election Commission Suyunbek Kasmanbetov, storytellers,

04.12.2025, 16:44
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Epic "Manas in Numbers". How many lines and characters are in the epic? Other facts

Every year on December 4, Kyrgyzstan celebrates the Day of the Epic "Manas". This date was established in 2015 by a government decree aimed at preserving and popularizing this cultural heritage. The epic "Manas" is recognized as a masterpiece of oral and intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO and is listed in the Guinness World Records as the longest epic in the world.

04.12.2025, 11:45
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An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Manas Phenomenon" was held in Bishkek.

The National Academy "Manas," in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Ch. Aitmatov Institute of Literature of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference titled "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Manas Phenomenon." According to information provided by the National Academy "Manas," important figures participated in the conference, including State

04.12.2025, 11:18
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The Ministry of Culture has determined the winners of the republican competition for handicraft products

The award ceremony for the winners of the republican competition for 2025 took place at the National Historical Museum. This competition is aimed at supporting the development of new products for cultural tourism in the field of traditional handicraft production. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that this competition was organized as part of the ODA project for 2023-2026, which aims to "Develop cultural tourism through the creation of traditional handicraft products

04.12.2025, 11:14
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The V International Opera Art Festival in Bishkek will be held in honor of Bolot Mingzhylkiyev's 85th anniversary.

From December 13 to 14, the A. Maldybaev National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet will host the V International Festival of Opera Art, dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the outstanding opera singer and professor Bolot Minzhilkiyev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. This event will be dedicated to the memory of Bolot Minzhilkiyev — a master of art who became known for his unique timbre, wide vocal range, and high culture of performance. His talent allowed

04.12.2025, 11:06
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A gala concert and award ceremony for the winners took place in Bishkek on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

On December 3, a gala concert was held at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. As part of the event, awards were presented to the winners of the XXV City Festival of Amateur Arts and the Applied Arts Competition "The Sun Shines Equally for Everyone," as well as the inclusive Spartakiad. According to the Bishkek City Hall, Vice Mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva attended the celebration and emphasized the importance of

04.12.2025, 09:25
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International Observer Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS Visits the Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan

An international delegation of observers from the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS was in Kyrgyzstan to monitor the extraordinary elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. As part of their visit, they toured the National Historical Museum of the country. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the museum director, Zhyldyz Bakashova, conducted a tour and discussed with the foreign guests the possibilities of cooperation in the field of culture.

04.12.2025, 08:43
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The Ministry of Culture is developing a state program for the development of craftsmanship for the years 2026-2030 titled "Önör — Heritage and Development"

On December 2, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, dedicated to discussing the state program "Өнөр — мурас жана өнүгүү," initiated by the Ministry of Culture to support craftsmanship from 2026 to 2030. According to the ministry's press service, the discussion involved not only employees and leaders of relevant departments but also representatives of public organizations engaged in

03.12.2025, 13:14
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The II General Assembly of the Asian Alliance Took Place in China

From November 26 to 29, the II General Assembly and III Council Meeting of the Asian Alliance for the Protection of Cultural Heritage took place in the Chinese city of Chongqing. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported on this event. At the event, the results of the alliance and its secretariat's work since their establishment, as well as over the past two years since the first assembly, were summarized.

03.12.2025, 11:53
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The Ministry of Culture and the Director of the Korean Organization ICHCAP Discussed the Development of Cultural Tourism and Crafts in Kyrgyzstan

On December 2, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, held a meeting with Kim Doksun, the Director of the Strategic Department of the Korean organization ICHCAP. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the meeting discussed the details of the implementation of the ODA project (2023–2026) titled "Development of Cultural Tourism through the Production of Traditional Handicrafts and Enhancement of Their Digital Marketing

03.12.2025, 11:51
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The VII International Forum of Women Directors has started in Osh

On December 2, the opening of the VII International Film Forum of Women Directors took place at the main building of Osh State University. According to the organizers, this year the forum is dedicated to Gulzara Azhybekova — the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan. The event also supports a five-year program aimed at the development of mountainous regions and is timed to coincide with the International Mountain Day.

03.12.2025, 10:45
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At the Youth Theater, students staged the play "Katkeldi." Photo

On December 1, the premiere of the play "Katkeldi" took place at the Bakeyen Kydykeeva Young Spectator Theater, prepared by third-year students of the Theater Faculty of the Kyrgyz National University of Culture and Arts named after B. Beishenaliev. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the First Deputy Minister Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, as well as the Rector of the National University of Culture and

03.12.2025, 09:59
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"One Belt, One Road": A Kyrgyz-Chinese Laboratory for Cultural Heritage Protection Opens in China

Recently, on November 27-28, a solemn opening ceremony for the joint Kyrgyz-Chinese laboratory dedicated to the protection of cultural heritage took place in the Chinese city of Lanzhou, located in Gansu Province. This event occurred within the framework of the Chinese initiative "One Belt, One Road," as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. Among the participants were the governor of Gansu Province, Ren Zhenhe, as well as representatives from the

03.12.2025, 09:24
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A scientific and practical conference on the epic "Manas" was held in Bishkek. Photo

On December 2, a scientific and practical conference titled “The Epic of Manas — a Source of Patriotic Education and a Key Tool of National Consciousness” was held in Bishkek. This information was provided by the National Theater "Manas". The event was organized by the Military Institute named after Kalynur Usenbekov and the National Theater "Manas".

03.12.2025, 09:17
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The presentation of Bayangali Alimjanov's book "The Path of Aykol" will take place at the "Manas" theater.

On December 3, the National Theater "Manas" will host the presentation of a new book by Kazakh manaschi Bayangali Alimjanov titled "Ayköldün joluu." The event has been announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. In the statement, it is emphasized that this work is a significant example of the spiritual unity, brotherhood, and a new perspective on the transmission of the heritage of the epic "Manas" between the Kyrgyz and Kazakh peoples.

03.12.2025, 09:14
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At the "Manas" Academy, foreign scholars discussed issues of international cooperation in the study of the epic "Manas"

Recently, a meeting took place at the "Manas" Academy, during which the president of the institution, Naziara Aaly kyzy, received a delegation of scholars from various countries. This information was published on the official website of the Academy. Among the participants of the meeting were Professor Dr. Najie Yıldız, representing Hacı Bayram Veli University in Ankara (Turkey), as well as Manas expert from the United Kingdom, Professor Dr. James Plumtree from the American University

03.12.2025, 08:41
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In Kyrgyzstan, the regional cultural project "Birimdik Kerbeni" kicks off as part of the VI World Nomad Games.

On December 2, the secretariat of the World Nomad Games announced the launch of the regional cultural project "Birimdik Kerbeni" in Kyrgyzstan. This project represents a national water relay that emphasizes the importance of water for the life and culture of the Kyrgyz people, as well as symbolizing unity within the framework of the World Nomad Games.

02.12.2025, 17:25
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A jubilee author concert dedicated to the 70th anniversary of composer Muratbek Begaliyev will take place.

On December 6 at 14:00, a jubilee author concert will take place at the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the famous composer, People's Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic, and laureate of the Toktogul State Prize, professor and academician Muratbek Begaliev. According to the Ministry of Culture, the event will feature the most vibrant and well-known works of the composer, performed by leading artists of Kyrgyz musical art.

02.12.2025, 15:43
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<b>Surnames of the Winners</b> of the Republican Contest of Young Manaschy, Dedicated to the Memory of Topchubek Turgunaliev

In Kyrgyzstan, a republican competition for young manaschy was held, organized in honor of Topchubek Turgunaliev. This event became part of the implementation of the presidential decree "Uluu Dem – World Heights". According to the Ministry of Culture, the competition consisted of two stages, where participants were selected by tickets. Young manaschy from all corners of the country participated, showcasing their skills in performing the epic "Manas".

02.12.2025, 12:14
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<b>Kyibat Berdalieva</b> appointed director of the M. Glinka Children's Music School in the city of Manas

According to the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, the order dated November 20 appointed Kıybat Berdalieva as the director of the children's music school named after M.I. Glinka, located in the city of Manas. The new director began her duties based on an employment contract that includes a three-month probation period, as reported in the Ministry of Culture's press release.

02.12.2025, 11:11
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Approved collection of documents on the organization of library collections in public libraries

The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has announced the completion of the development and approval of a collection of documents concerning the organization of library collections in public libraries across the country. According to the Ministry of Culture, this new package of documents was created taking into account the current legislation in the field of library activities and aims to standardize processes related to the formation, accounting, storage, and use of library

02.12.2025, 10:57
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A concert in honor of the 70th anniversary of composer Muratbek Begaliyev will be held at the National Opera and Ballet Theater.

On December 6, an author concert dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Muratbek Begaliev will take place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abdylas Maldybaev. He is a People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan and a laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, at this event, the audience will be able to enjoy popular works by the composer, as well as performances by prominent musicians from the Kyrgyz musical scene.

01.12.2025, 14:40
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In the city of Gwangju, the play "Semetey" was presented. Photo

On November 28, the premiere of the play "Semetey" took place at the National Center for Asian Culture, located in the Korean city of Gwangju. This bilingual performance, presented in Korean and Kyrgyz, was prepared by a creative team that brings together Korean and Kyrgyz artists and is executed in a modern format. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the performance was attended by high-ranking guests, including the First Deputy Minister of Culture,

01.12.2025, 14:07
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"The History of the Manaschi": The Story of the Manaschi Akmat Irysmen's Son

On February 18, the presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," which includes biographies and stories about 150 manaschy who have existed over the past five centuries. The initiator of the book's creation was the manaschy and director of the theater, Nurbek Talantbekov. In the book, the names of the manaschy are presented in chronological order, and the manaschy Rysbay Isakov additionally adorned their stories with poetry. Rysbay

01.12.2025, 14:06
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The Uzbek city of Andijan has been declared the cultural capital of the Turkic world for the year 2026.

On November 28, the 42nd meeting of the Permanent Council of TURKSOY, an international organization for the culture of Turkic peoples, took place in the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan. The press service of the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan shared information about the event. The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan, Aida Balayeva, while the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Askaraly Madaminov, was present.

29.11.2025, 15:12
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The 42nd Meeting of Culture Ministers of TURKSOY Member States Took Place in Aktau

In Aktau, Kazakhstan, the 42nd meeting of the culture ministers of the states that are part of the international organization TURKSOY took place. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Askarala Madaminov participated in it. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Aktau was declared the cultural capital of the Turkic world for the year 2025. The city has prepared a series of events aimed at strengthening cultural integration among Turkic states.

29.11.2025, 11:17