On the initiative of the ODKB air base in Kyrgyzstan, students from secondary schools in the city of Kant will go to the New Year tree in Yekaterinburg in January 2016. This was announced by the commander of the ODKB air base "Kant," Alexander Orlov. Six children under the age of 11 from four schools in Kant will go to the governor's New Year tree. The selection of children was carried out by the head of the mayor's office of the city of Kant, Ekaterina Fast. She noted that
The installation of the main New Year's tree of Kyrgyzstan in the capital's Ala-Too Square began on December 12. All this time, the residents of Bishkek eagerly awaited the completion of the work, and finally, the result of the municipality's efforts was unveiled to the citizens in all its glory. After unsuccessful "tree experiments" in previous years and the unprecedented incident of the main tree of the country falling, the residents of Bishkek did not lose hope of
Circus! How much joy, happiness, and magic is contained in this word, along with bright childhood memories. Of course, each of us loves the circus in our own way. But performances in this genre are not only a multi-hour program under the dome of a famous building in the very center of the capital, but also, undoubtedly, spectacular performances by creative groups in various corners of the country. Today, we would like to introduce our readers to the wonderful circus performers. Cheerful clowns
On that evening, all performances were canceled. On December 12, all admirers of theatrical art were invited to a unique event dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov. In the lobby, guests were greeted by an exhibition that showcased the brightest performances of the past decades. From the photographs on the stands, People's Artists smiled down at the audience, and the yellowed posters seemed to invite them back to the
The Kyrgyz people have developed a tradition of long group hunting, known as salbuuрун. Hunters would gather in groups and embark on multi-day expeditions into the mountains. Riding horses, they took with them a golden eagle, a loyal taigan (hunting dog), and a bow with arrows. They sourced their food along the way. During such expeditions, the Kyrgyz identified the best hunters, horses, eagles, and taigans. This served as a kind of selection process. Salbuuрун was also a test of a
In the flow of our endless tasks, we rush from home to work, then to visit friends, and back home again. Every day we move through the same streets, paying no attention to our surroundings. Thus, the city itself remains out of our focus. An initiative group decided to engage the citizens and guests of the capital in exploring Bishkek itself.
The second half of the outgoing 2015 year, in addition to the elections for a new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh, was marked by heated discussions in scientific and quasi-scientific circles about the state of science in the republic as a whole and the fate of the Academy of Sciences in particular. There were even proposals to abolish the Academy. However, everything ended with a productive compromise. The authorities agreed that the Academy should be preserved as the highest state scientific
Only a few days are left until the New Year, and the hustle and bustle has already taken over the city. People are rushing to buy groceries and gifts at the lowest prices, but not everyone is successful. Most homemakers start shopping around the 10th of December to keep costs to a minimum.
In its eight years of existence, the State Program for Assistance in Resettling Compatriots to the Russian Federation has "returned" more than 400,000 people to their historical homeland - and this is far from the limit. Many Kyrgyz citizens among the Russian compatriots are seriously considering moving to Russia. However, deciding to relocate is just the beginning of the journey. How to choose a region? Where to find housing? How to get a job? What will life be like in a new place?
In Kyrgyzstan, the criminal drama "Region 13," filmed in Kazakhstan and discussing the revolutions in Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine, has been banned from being shown. The decision to prohibit the screening of this film was made by the October District Court of Bishkek.
The installation of the tree structure has been completed, and 1530 fir branches have been secured. For the stability of the New Year beauty, concrete slabs weighing a total of 22.5 tons have been placed at the base.
"Miss Kyrgyzstan-2015" Tatybubu Samidin kyzy has made it to the top of the "Miss World-2015" contest, which is currently taking place in Sanya (China).
In Bishkek, at the "Studio 247" venue, the second amateur vocalist competition "I Can't Keep Quiet" concluded last Saturday, December 12. Participants had the opportunity to showcase their talent to professionals, receive recommendations for talent development, and win pleasant prizes. The final featured fifteen soloists of varying ages and experience levels. From little Alexandra Sannikova, who decided to delight the audience with her singing once again, to already
Starting from 2016, international flight passengers will be required to pay a fee of $15 to the airports of Bishkek and Osh. This government order was signed by the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev. It is noted that the initiative to raise the additional fees from $10 to $15 came from the OJSC "Manas International Airport" (MIA), whose employees developed the draft resolution and then presented it for public discussion. According to the airport management, the increase in
Last weekend, the championship of the republic in ice hockey started in Bishkek. Despite the difficulties in preparing for the competition, the registered teams took to the ice. - Four teams are participating in the competition: Bishkek's "Arstan," "Lokomotiv," "Khan-Tengri," and "Baizak" from Jumgal. They play in a round-robin format. In the first round on December 11, the "Khan-Tengri" club defeated "Baizak" with a score of
While reading the science fiction novel by A. Belyaev, many dreamed of swimming with the amphibian man, admiring marine creatures, examining pearl shells, and riding dolphins. Do you want to realize your dream in some way and dive into the underwater world? The correspondent of "AiF" saw the exhibits of the "Museum of Ocean Exoticism" with her own eyes. Stepping over the threshold of the museum-apartment, you are already full of hope that your childhood dreams will
By 2050, the population of Central Asia will reach 96 million people. This represents an increase of 30 million people compared to 2015. This was reported to the "IA" by the press service of the National Institute for Strategic Studies of Kyrgyzstan. According to researchers, the population growth will be particularly noticeable in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. The population of these countries is expected to double by 2050. In the other Central Asian republics, the population growth
In the city of Bishkek, with the support of the city hall, a dolphinarium will open for the first time at the end of December 2015 at the intersection of Baytik Baatyr Avenue and the Southern Highway. Circus performances featuring 4 dolphins and one whale will be held until May 2016. Spectators will have the opportunity not only to admire but even to swim with these wonderful representatives of the aquatic world. Ticket prices will range from 300 to 1000 soms. Admission is free for children
On December 8, in Bishkek, at the Ala-Too club restaurant, the presentation of the first annual Wedding Awards 2015 took place. The event was organized by the company "EventDeluxe," with support from the International Wedding Federation.
With the onset of cold weather, Kyrgyz hockey players are preparing to hit the ice again in the republican championship. Applications for participation have already been submitted, but due to a lack of funding, the games are at risk of being canceled. The Ice Hockey Federation has been operating in Kyrgyzstan for seven years, and its members have been performing quite successfully in international competitions, gaining recognition and the right to host regional events. For instance, in the
With each passing day, the beloved holiday of New Year approaches. The city authorities have already begun decorating the city, and gradually, the residents are decorating their homes as well. Many of us have gone shopping in search of something original for our loved ones. It's best to prepare for this holiday in advance, so now is the perfect time to buy and beautifully wrap gifts. But the presents should be unusual, and their packaging should be just as unique.
The Kyrgyz people carefully preserve and develop ancient and unique sports that amaze foreign guests of our republic. During the celebration of the country's Independence Day, as well as during Nowruz, thousands of fans of this ancient sport gather in the stands of the capital's Ak-Kula hippodrome. Competitions in kok boru are held in almost all cities and villages. These incredibly spectacular and breathtaking contests are for brave and strong horsemen.
The presentation of the new project "Open World" took place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, one of the priority directions for the development of museum activities. Its main focus is to reflect the uniqueness of the cultures of the peoples of the world in the context of globalization. Moreover, within the framework of cooperation with all diplomatic missions of foreign states in the Kyrgyz Republic, periodic organization of international
Kyrgyzstan is known as a multinational state where numerous ethnic groups live together in harmony. In our republic, all holidays of various diasporas are celebrated on a grand scale. Recently, representatives of all nationalities were invited to the Toktogul Satylganov State Philharmonic for a grand concert dedicated to Kazakhstan's Independence Day.
Kyrgyz singing enthusiasts have the opportunity not only to showcase their talents in karaoke but also on a big stage. On Saturday, December 12, the final of the amateur vocalist contest 'I Can't Keep Silent' will take place. The audience will enjoy performances of modern and classical compositions in various languages, participants will affirm their status and receive memorable prizes, and producers will discover new 'stars'. The founder of 'I Can't Keep
The Tourism Department of the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan has sent several official letters to its colleagues in Russia, describing the tourist advantages of vacationing in Kyrgyzstan and the potential for its development. – Given the current situation, labor collectives and ordinary citizens can vacation in our country. At the same time, we are suggesting that the owners and managers of our sanatoriums and resorts lower prices, as there are currently few vacationers,” explained Deputy
On December 3, a solemn award ceremony for the winners of the international competition "Akyl Tirek" was held in Bishkek, conducted among young scientists and researchers. The "Akyl Tirek" competition was held as part of the "Ideological Map of Kyrgyzstan" project and identified the authors of the best research works in areas such as economics, public administration, social projects, and scientific and technical developments.
The situation in the field of science in Kyrgyzstan, in general, requires urgent measures for its revival. This was stated by the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, during the first meeting of the Science Council. The head of the Cabinet noted that the successes and prospects of Kyrgyz science directly depend on its ability to ensure innovative growth in the country, as well as its integration with production and vocational education. To make this a reality, Sariev explained, a global
At the climate negotiations in Paris, the second high-level segment has begun. Experts have consolidated all agreed and unagreed provisions of the future agreement and handed them over to the ministers. By the end of the week, they are expected to develop the final text of the document aimed at preventing the increase in air temperature by more than two degrees Celsius. The head of the Kyrgyzstan delegation, the director of the State Agency for Environmental Protection and Forestry, Sabir
On the sidelines of the Paris climate conference, the authorized Ambassador of the French Republic for the preparation of the 21st Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC, Ms. Berenjere Kensi, met informally with representatives of the official delegation of the Kyrgyz Republic. First of all, Ms. Kensi expressed her gratitude for the commitment to the idea of climate preservation and particularly noted that the French side was pleased with the arrival of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic,
“What’s the use of a book if there are no pictures or conversations in it?” – notes Alice in the cult work of Lewis Carroll. And as practice shows, a well-designed and illustrated artistic publication is favored not only by children but also by adults. As they say, aesthetics in art has not been canceled by anyone. During the London literary festival “Open Eurasia and Central Asia book forum and literature festival,” which took place from November 6 to 9, a collection of poems by Kazakh
The ski resort Karacol is in first place. The ranking of ski resorts in the former USSR countries based on vacation costs. The travel portal Travel.ru has compiled a ranking of ten ski resorts in the former USSR that are popular among Russian tourists.
In the Talas region of Kyrgyzstan, new methods for protecting biodiversity are being tested: camera traps and GPS navigators have been installed in the natural parks of Besh-Tash and Kara-Buura. The project is being implemented by the NGO "Zhyldyz-Transit" with the support of the "Natural Resource Management" program of the Soros-Kyrgyzstan Foundation and will help determine the population of rare animals and stop poachers. Many red-listed wild animals inhabit the parks of
The weekend for the residents of Bishkek and Kant was lively. They were entertained by the Song and Dance Ensemble of the Central Military District, hailing from the Sverdlovsk region. Admission to all concerts was free. One of the performances took place in the city of Kant, attended by journalists from IA. The program at the city’s cultural center filled the hall and consisted of two parts. The first part was patriotic: it featured songs and poems about the Motherland and the Great Patriotic
Kyrgyz writer Eva Alli, the author of the novel "Asian Wild Orchid," has removed her books from bookstores in Bishkek. On her Twitter page, she explained her actions by stating that "myrki" (a derogatory term used in Kyrgyzstan for uncultured, marginal people) do not read her books. Eva Alli also reported that she had planned to sell 1 million copies of her adventure-comedy novel "Asian Wild Orchid," but her intention did not materialize. She blamed the
The Administration of the President of Kyrgyzstan has purchased two armored minibuses and has begun construction of a "Reception House" on the grounds of the State Residence. Thus, Kyrgyzstan is preparing for the upcoming meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the CIS. The Administration spent 105.5 million soms (1.4 million dollars) on this. To justify these expenses, the government of the republic proposes to increase the budget allocations for the Administration of the
For many of us, this wonderful singer is associated with a bright and beautiful voice and, of course, with a radiant smile. Gulnara Toygonbaeva is an incredibly cheerful woman who dedicates all her energy and positive attitude to her fans. As soon as she appears on stage, the hall seems to become brighter.
Every nation has its unique sports that were formed in ancient times. The rules have been carefully passed down from generation to generation, and many of these competitions have survived to this day. In every country, there are special ancient sports that are a source of pride for the people. However, there are also cases where a seemingly national sport, capable of developing only in one country, spreads across the entire world. Today we will talk about Kyrgyz wrestling Alys, which, thanks to
On the eve of the Kyrgyz audience, the Ensemble of Song and Dance of the Central Military District delighted with wonderful concerts. The events took place in Kant and Bishkek. The organizers of the creative meetings were the leadership of the CSTO airbase "Kant" and the military attaché's office for defense issues of the Russian Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Traveling around the world, we bring back a kaleidoscope of bright impressions and hundreds of photographs from different countries. Recently, a group of renowned Kyrgyz artists visited Turkey and presented more than 70 amazing works about life in that distant land to local art enthusiasts. The authors expressed their emotions on canvas. The exhibition of works by famous Kyrgyz artists who participated in a creative workshop in Turkey opened in Bishkek at the "Gallery M".
The end of the year is a time for summarizing results and holding various festivals. The day before, a grand gala concert took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic of Kyrgyzstan, featuring representatives from various diasporas living in our country. More than 200 artists aged from 5 to 80 took to the stage, proving that one can shine with talent at any age.
On December 13, the Kyrgyz State Opera and Ballet Theater will present the opera 'Eugene Onegin', dedicated to the 175th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian composer P. I. Tchaikovsky. 'Eugene Onegin' is one of the most beloved Russian operas among our people. This is not only because this work combines the genius of A.S. Pushkin and P.I. Tchaikovsky, but primarily due to the truthfulness, sincerity, and emotional depth of the music. Tchaikovsky drew from
Kyrgyzstan has begun accounting for natural capital. The first step in this direction will be the accounting of forests. To explain the necessity of this, the head of the environmental statistics department of the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan, UNDP expert Kanykey Orozbaeva, spoke to the news agency. Alternative to GDP
The beauty contest "Miss KRSU-2015" has concluded in Bishkek. About 50 girls studying at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin competed for the right to receive the honorary title of the university and a ticket to the world of modeling, but only eight students managed to accomplish this task. The contest was organized by an initiative group of "creators of beauty" - photographers, stylists, makeup artists, led by Bonivur Ishemkulov, a specialist in
A state insurance company is set to start operating in Kyrgyzstan on January 1, 2016. This was announced by Prime Minister Temir Sariev during a parliamentary meeting on November 26. According to the Prime Minister, the law on mandatory insurance will come into effect on January 1, 2016. Therefore, starting next year, all residents of Kyrgyzstan will be required to insure their movable and immovable property.
Last Wednesday, November 25, a solemn ceremony for the Guzi Peace Prize was held in the capital of the Philippines, Manila, which officially has the status of the Asian equivalent of the Nobel Peace Prize. The award ceremony took place at the National Assembly Palace in the presence of 6,000 spectators. Among the laureates – outstanding scientists and politicians from 15 countries around the world – was the first president of the Kyrgyz Republic, Askar Akayev. Despite the fact that after the
