Turkmenistan Celebrates International Nowruz Day with Grand Festivities

Ashgabat, The Gulf Observer: Turkmenistan marked the joyous occasion of International Nowruz Day with vibrant celebrations, highlighted by the main festivities held at the traditional venue, Nowruz ýaýlasy, situated in the district of Ak Bugday, Ahal province. This was reported by the official media of Turkmenistan on Thursday.

In his heartfelt message to his fellow citizens, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov extended warm congratulations on the National Spring Festival, emphasizing the profound significance of Nowruz in the lives of Eastern peoples. The President underlined Nowruz as a symbol of humanism, unity, friendship, and brotherhood, deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Turkmen people. He noted the time-honored traditions associated with the festival, which have been observed for centuries, embodying themes of rejuvenation, prosperity, and the renewal of life.

Throughout the country, a plethora of events, exhibitions, and concerts were organized in commemoration of this auspicious occasion, reflecting the nation’s rich cultural tapestry and vibrant spirit of unity and camaraderie.

Nowruz holds a distinguished place on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, serving as a poignant marker of the arrival of spring and the revitalization of nature.

The festivities surrounding International Nowruz Day serve as a testament to Turkmenistan’s commitment to preserving and promoting its cultural heritage while fostering bonds of friendship and goodwill among its people and with the global community.