Culture
29.01.2026
3239
The film «Arzyman» is a new dedication to Magtymguly Fragi
The fate and legacy of the great Turkmen poet and philosopher of the East, the founder of Turkmen classical literature, Magtymguly Fragi, continue to resonate in the hearts of people, inspiring artists to new creative endeavours.
28.01.2026
6634
The fame of Akhal-teke horses grows in the world
As a result of consecutive efforts of Hero-Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar, the Akhal-teke breed is recognised as touchstone in world horse breeding, today the glory of Turkmen horses steadily grows in the international arena.
27.01.2026
4109
The Year’s motto — an anthem of arts workers
According to an established tradition, assigning a deeply meaningful name to the coming year—2026, proclaimed as “Independent, Neutral Turkmenistan – the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses”—is directly linked to the large-scale initiatives to be implemented throughout the year.
24.01.2026
4564
A conference dedicated to the motto of 2026 and the presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan, «Neutrality of Turkmenistan – a bright way of peace and trust» was held in Astrakhan
On January 23, 2026, a conference dedicated to the 2026 motto «Independent neutral Turkmenistan − the homeland of purposeful winged horses» and the presentation of the book by the esteemed President of Turkmenistan, «Neutrality of Turkmenistan – a bright way of peace and trust» took place at the Consulate of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation (Astrakhan).
24.01.2026
3400
At the latest International Circus Festival in Monte Carlo, the Galkynyş National Equestrian Games Group was awarded international certificates for its significant contribution to circus arts
The first month of the new year, 2026, was marked by an outstanding achievement, in keeping with the motto “Independent Neutral Turkmenistan – the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses”.
23.01.2026
3503
Dedicated to the defenders of the Fatherland
In honour of defenders of the Fatherland Day, celebrated on the 27th of January, an exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Turkmen artists is on display in the Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan.
23.01.2026
3730
Ashgabat cultural playbill: exhibitions, film screenings, and theatre performances
A rich cultural program awaits residents and guests of the capital this coming weekend. The country’s museums are hosting themed exhibitions dedicated to Defenders of the Fatherland Day. Meanwhile, the Ashgabat Cinema is concluding a week of the Indian Film Festival.
22.01.2026
3986
Forge of talents: The Turkmenabat School of Arts
When we speak of art, a special world comes to mind—one capable of making the head spin, captivating the soul, taming the will, and setting the heart aflutter. Naturally, everyone wishes to learn more about the “cradles of culture” that create this world and about the mentors who shape talent and give wings to the heart. The answers to these questions can be found in children’s schools of arts located throughout our country. These centers may rightfully be called the first patrons of art, transforming the efforts of gifted children into a full-flowing river and guiding them from their first steps toward true mastery. It is worth recalling that most of the country’s renowned figures in the arts followed precisely this path.
22.01.2026
3053
Ashgabat celebrates the establishment of the World Turkic Language Family Day
A landmark event bringing together the ethnocultural roots of Turkic-speaking countries was held in the capital of Turkmenistan. The Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye hosted a solemn ceremony dedicated to UNESCO’s official proclamation of 15 December as the World Turkic Language Family Day.
20.01.2026
3684
The Indian film festival has started in Ashgabat
The Indian film festival, which started at the «Ashgabat» cinema, greeted guests with a themed poster exhibition, inviting them to fully immerse themselves in the distinctive aesthetics of Bollywood.