THE LOCAL MUSEUM OF MARY PROVINCE

05.03.2025y.

On February 26, 2025, the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan hosted a vibrant and memorable musical contest, "Student Beauty." This event was not only a celebration of youth and talent but also an opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of the Turkmen people. As part of the contest, staff from the Mary Regional Museum of Local History organized a unique exhibition, showcasing magnificent examples of Turkmen decorative and applied arts: carpets, jewelry – "bilezik," "gulyaka," "shelpe," "apbasy," "asyk," "egme," gubba, "khundzhi," and exquisite women's headscarves. The main reforms implemented by the esteemed President of Turkmenistan aim at the comprehensive development of youth, creating conditions for the realization of their potential. The art of embroidery, passed down from generation to generation since ancient times, is an integral part of Turkmen culture. Skilled hands of craftswomen created unique patterns that adorned national costumes. Today, in an era of rapid change, national traditions and values acquire special significance, striking the world with their magnificence. Turkmen embroidery, being one of the oldest crafts, has made an invaluable contribution to world culture. This art, born of inspiration and skill, fills the lives of Turkmen women with beauty and harmony. Participants in the event, imbued with the spirit of national traditions, spoke about the history and characteristics of Turkmen embroidery art, about the cultural heritage carefully preserved by the people. At the conclusion of the event, wishes of success were expressed to the Hero Arkadag and the President of Turkmenistan in their tireless efforts to preserve and enhance the cultural heritage of Turkmenistan.