The city of Amsterdam recently played host to a vibrant cultural event that celebrated the rich heritage of Turkic culture. Organized by the International Foundation for Turkic Culture and Heritage (TCHF) in collaboration with the Ambassadors of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye in the Kingdom of the Netherlands, as well as the Head of Yunus Emre Institute, the international exhibition "Tamga and Ancient Turkic Scripts, Petroglyphs" marked a significant occasion for promoting intercultural understanding and cooperation.
Distinguished guests from various Turkic nations, local diaspora communities, diplomats, art enthusiasts, experts, and media representatives gathered at the event, which was held in Amsterdam. The exhibition was inaugurated with a ceremonial presentation, and it served as a platform to showcase the rich tapestry of Turkic heritage through the lens of tamgas (ancestral symbols), ancient Turkic scripts, and mesmerizing petroglyphs.
Gunay Efendiyeva, President of TCHF, expressed the pivotal role of cultural connections in the revitalization of Turkic traditions and extended her gratitude for the warm reception. Ambassador of Azerbaijan Rahman Mustafayev emphasized the unifying factors of shared history and language among Turkic peoples and advocated for more frequent gatherings of this nature in the future. Ambassador of Türkiye Selcuk Unal underscored the importance of preserving and popularizing the shared heritage of the Turkic world while calling for collaborative efforts in the study of Turkic history and language.
Ambassador Askar Zhumagaliyev of Kazakhstan addressed the audience, emphasizing the significance of cooperation, unity, and the future of the Turkic world. He highlighted the role of such events in nurturing mutual trust and friendship among Turkic nations. Furthermore, Zhumagaliyev shared insights into the evolving landscape of Kazakhstan's multi-vector policy, with particular focus on constitutional amendments and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's State of the Nation Address on September 1, 2023.
The organizers expressed their sincere appreciation to the Yunus Emre Institute and its dedicated head, Adil Akaltun, for providing a venue for the exhibition. They pledged their commitment to actively promote Turkic culture and traditions.
Continuing the cultural program, a master class on ancient Turkic writing was conducted for exhibition visitors, allowing them to engage more deeply with the intricate aspects of Turkic heritage.
The "Tamga and Ancient Turkic Scripts, Petroglyphs" exhibition not only celebrated the diverse cultural heritage of the Turkic world but also fostered a sense of unity and cooperation among Turkic nations and their friends in the Netherlands. It was a testament to the enduring importance of preserving and sharing cultural legacies in an ever-connected global community.
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