Bishkek, Nov. 9, 2024 /Kabar/. On November 7, the traditional Kimchi Festival took place on Ala-Too Square, near the monument to Kurmanjan Datka. The event was organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kyrgyz Republic, with the support of the Bishkek City Hall.
According to the municipal administration, the opening ceremony was attended by Bishkek Deputy Mayor for Social Affairs Rakhat Musaeva, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan Kim Kwang-jae, members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of local government bodies, the Korean diaspora, as well as residents and guests of the capital.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Rakhat Musaeva noted the importance of such cultural events in strengthening friendly relations between Kyrgyzstan and the Republic of Korea.
She emphasized that the Kimchi Festival has become a cherished tradition that brings the city’s residents together, offering them an opportunity to learn more about the unique culture, national traditions, and cuisine of the Korean people.
During the festival, guests were introduced to the traditional process of preparing kimchi, one of the most well-known dishes in Korean cuisine and explored the cultural heritage of the Republic of Korea.
