Kyrgyzstan Festivals are colorful, eventful and full of fun. The festivals of Kyrgyzstan reflect the culture and enthusiasm of the people of the country. These festivals are not only events enjoyed by the native, but are also considered as major tourist attractions of the country. There is a wide variety of festival that are celebrated throughout the year in different parts of Kyrgyzstan. At these Festivals people of Kyrgyzstan also promote their native arts and crafts.
Popular Kyrgyzstan Festivals
Some of the most popular festivals in Kyrgyzstan are:
- The National Horse Game Festivals
Horse games are very popular among the Kyrgyz. There are several traditional horse games that are played widely all over the country such as Kyz Kuumai, Ulak Tartysh, At Chabysh and Tyiyn Enmei.
- Felt Festival
At Felt Festival products made from felt are displayed, which is one of the most ancient and traditional art form of the country.
- Cuisine and Folklore Festival in Djety-Oguz Gorge
The festival is celebrated by preparing and tasting the variety of traditional dishes of different countries. It is one of the most famous festivals of Kyrgyzstan. At the festivals different local folk groups take part in completions. Amazing range of national crafts is also exhibited at the festival.
The Annual Clean up at Son Kul is also another very important event in Kyrgyzstan. The event involves the cleaning up of one of the beauty spots of the country. The cleaning is accompanied by various cultural activities and conventional games.
