culture in the East

Türkiye to host Culture Days of Shusha City

Türkiye to host Culture Days of Shusha City

Azerbaijan and Türkiye have prepared an agreement on cooperation in the cultural sphere. Countries will strengthen the promotion of Turkic civilization in the world. Culture Days of Shusha will also be held in Ankara.

Yom HaShoah 2023 in Israel: what is it

Yom HaShoah 2023 in Israel: what is it

The Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day, known colloquially in Israel and abroad as Yom HaShoah, is observed as Israel's day of commemoration for the approximately six million Jews murdered in …

Israeli novelist Meir Shalev passes away

Israeli novelist Meir Shalev passes away

Renowned Israeli author Meir Shalev died Tuesday at the age of 74 after struggling with cancer. Considered one of the most successful and influential Israeli authors of his time, Shalev's books have been translated and published in …

Kazakhstan presents documentary about Heydar Aliyev

Kazakhstan presents documentary about Heydar Aliyev

Kazakhstani state television broadcaster presented a documentary film, which marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Heydar Aliyev, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said during the talks with Azerbaijani President Ilham …

Turan ensemble starts world tour

Turan ensemble starts world tour

A large-scale tour will take place in honor of the 15th anniversary of the Turan ensemble. The musicians will perform in the USA, Europe and Asia. The first concert of the tour is scheduled for March 21, it will be held in the US capital.

"Lenfilm" and "Uzbekfilm" to establish cooperation

"Lenfilm" and "Uzbekfilm" to establish cooperation

The film studios "Uzbekfilm" and "Lenfilm" signed a cooperation agreement. According to the Agency of Cinematography's Information service, the studios will cooperate in the field of locations, equipment and …

Japan names kanji of the year

Japan names kanji of the year

The kanji meaning battle or match was picked as the single most representative Chinese character corresponding to the social mood in Japan this year, a Kyoto-based organization said Monday. The selection for the 28th annual poll run by …

Israeli photographer to show compatriots his vision of Georgia

Israeli photographer to show compatriots his vision of Georgia

Renowned Israeli photographer Dora Kedmi is on a press tour in Georgia. Its goal is to promote Georgian tourism products in Israel and increase the flow of travelers. The master has already captured tourist attractions in Tbilisi, …

Turkmen Anau becomes cultural capital of Turkic world in 2024

Turkmen Anau becomes cultural capital of Turkic world in 2024

The city of Anau (Turkmenistan) was selected the cultural capital of the Turkic world in 2024, the Anadolu Agency reports. The corresponding decision was made unanimously following the 39th meeting of the Permanent Council of Ministers …

'World's largest' kilim rug made in Iran

'World's largest' kilim rug made in Iran

Iran announced that weavers in the southern province of Fars had produced the world's largest kilim rug, measuring an enormous 105 square metres. The 7x15-metre kilim was the handiwork of seven expert weavers and three assistants in …

Kazakh dance "Orteke" may be included in UNESCO list

Kazakh dance "Orteke" may be included in UNESCO list

Kazakh national dance "Orteke" may be included in the list of intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO. Information that the relevant departments of Kazakhstan are working to include the Kazakh folk dance "Orteke" …