Warsaw was Introduced to Kazakh Traditions

Warsaw, June 7, 2025 – Kazakhstan Culture Day was held at the Museum of Asia and the Pacific in Warsaw. The event, aimed at strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between the two countries, became a vibrant occasion showcasing the diversity of Kazakh culture, traditions, and modern art.

The program began with an engaging fairy tale for children, immersing young guests in the myths and folk stories of Kazakhstan. Throughout the event, there were masterclasses in felt-making, where attendees learned techniques for creating felted objects and “syrmak.”

Additionally, lectures and exhibitions explored the richness of Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage, covering topics from the philosophy of Tengriism to Kazakh epics and their hidden meanings.

A segment titled “The Modern Face of Traditions” featured fashion and design solutions that combine Kazakh traditions with contemporary style.

Representatives from the Kazakh Embassy in Poland introduced the audience to the country’s tourism potential, highlighting Kazakhstan’s unique natural and cultural sites, as well as the goals of the “Born Bold” campaign. Visitors also sampled traditional Kazakh sweets.

For all interested, there were masterclasses and presentations of traditional Kazakh games “Aysyq” and “Togyzqumalaq.” The artistic part of the program was accompanied by a virtuoso performance on the dombra, featuring Kazakh kuis “Alkisa,” “Balbyrauyn,” and “Akku.”

The event concluded with a screening of the Kazakh epic “Kozy Korpesh and Bayan Sulu” in Polish, accompanied by a performance on the kobyz instrument. During the evening, the story of the kobyz and the great thinker of all Turkic peoples, composer Korkyt-Ata, was also shared.

The event provided a wonderful opportunity for the Polish public to learn about the rich culture and history of Kazakhstan.