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Photos - Albums
History, Prominent Figures, Ancient cities
Turkmenistan has a unique and remarkable history. The
territory of present-day Turkmenistan has been inhabited
since the Stone Age, with evidence of agricultural
communities as early as 6000 BC and of planned irrigation
works from 3500 BC. The first states were Margiana and
Parthia, from about 1000 BC. In 7th-6th centuries BC,
Margiana was part of Bactria, while Parthia was part of
the Median state. In the 6th-4th centuries BC the region
was ruled by the Achaemenids... Shortly the territory of
what is now Turkmenistan provided the bedrock for many of
the most powerful empires of their age. The Parthians, Oguzlar (Oguz lang.) ancestors of Seljuks ( Türkmen döwleti, Kynyk tiresi) and the Khans of
Khoresm all based their empires at various points on the
edge of the Kara-Kum Desert [2].
Travel Guide for Tourists
Turkmenistan - one of the most ancient cultural centers of
Asia. The history of Turkmenistan originates from III
century BC. For centuries the Turkmen land saw the
prosperity and fall of great empires and suffered from
ruthless conquerors. Up to the present day Turkmenistan
keeps the traces of a medieval history.
Art, Culture and more - Sungat we Medeniýet
In a culture where the strength of the family has always been important, weddings and the birth of children hold the highest priority. While society is changing, the traditional customs and rituals of the matchmaking process and the wedding ceremony are still precisely observed. Turkmen are renowned for their lavish hospitality, respect for seniors, honesty and sincere generosity. To this day, a visitor will be offered tea and food before even being allowed to explain why he has come! Among the most important values for the Turkmen are friendship and love, always maintaining friendly relations with their neighbors - it is said that "If your neighbor is happy, you will be happy too."
Carpets, Akhalteke Horses, and Alabai Dogs
Common saying concerns horses, which Turkmen have bred and
trained for millennia: "Water is a Turkmen's
life, a horse is his wings, and a carpet is his
soul." The Turkmen's horse is virtually part of the
family and the beautiful Akhal-Teke breed is the national
emblem. The world today is home to more than 250 breeds of
horses cultivated by man over many centuries. The
Akhal-Teke is a decedent of the Turkoman horse that was
bred by the Teke tribe in the Akhal Oasis in Turkmenistan.
Akhal-Tekes are a rare exotic equine exhibiting
unparalleled grace and power.
Always in our remembrance - Elmydama Hakydamyzda
Books - Kitaplar (Çeper eserler pdf)
Literature - Edebiýat we basga sapaklar
This section has collection of links about the Turkmen literature, language and other related subjects. Turkmen literature's important well known poet, Makhtumkuli (1733- 1813), in the 18th century, composed mournful, painful poems about injustice, the decline of morals and the general harshness of life. Then came poets such as Mollanepes and Kemine whose works remain popular among Turkmen today.
Tools (Gurallar) and Local Stuff
Media - Broadcasting, Music, Newspapers, Online Forums
The songs of Turkmenistan are connected to every aspect of life - from lullabies to the songs children sing during their games, to maiden's songs and wedding songs, to the worksongs sung during camel milking and carpet weaving. The most vibrant and respected of musicians is the bakhshi. A musician-storyteller, he travels from town to town, dressed in special clothing and carrying his own utensils and water drawn from his own well. The villagers will have prepared a carpet-covered platform for him and there, by firelight, up to 2,000 people will gather to listen as the bakhshi sings, starting before sunset and ending long after sunrise the next morning. The bakhshi accompanies himself on the two-stringed dutar and every two hours he will take a short break, drinking tea and chatting. Mp3 Audio Album , Video Galleries, Photo GalleriesReferences |
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