Kazakhstan celebrated the Day of Unity of the People.
Festive events were held across the country, including concerts, artisan fairs,
and sports competitions. In honor of May 1 and the 30th anniversary of the
Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, the ‘Birlik Zharysy’ mass run took place
in the capital.
«The main thing is that this project continues to grow year
after year. We see not only residents of Astana taking part, but also an
increasing number of participants from across Kazakhstan,» noted Gennady
Shipovskikh, a member of the Senate, the Upper House of the Kazakh Parliament.
Creative exhibitions were also held in the capital. One of
them, organized by ethnocultural associations, introduced Astana residents and
visitors to the rich heritage of national traditions and the cultures of ethnic
groups living in harmony under one shanyrak. The exhibition featured decorative
and applied artworks, symbols, and attributes reflecting the uniqueness and richness
of each culture.
«We cherish our history, culture, and language, and the
Germans of Kazakhstan are thriving on the friendly land.»
«The exhibition features our crafts and works, crocheted and
sewn by the girls from the community. For example, my grandmother’s tablecloth is
120 years old, can you imagine!»
Concerts by creative ensembles were also held, featuring not
only musical, but also dance performances.
«On May 1, as always, we remember the importance of the fact
that our strength lies in our unity. Kazakhstan is a multinational country
where every ethnic group can proudly represent itself, preserve its traditions,
culture, and customs, speak in its own language, and feel comfortable,» said Islam
Bairamov, Chairman of the Youth Wing of the Azerbaijani Ethno-Cultural
Association «Khazar» in Astana.
The celebration concluded with a grand concert. The audience
welcomed the performers with enthusiastic applause.
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