Bishkek, Oct. 20, 2026. /Kabar/. The heads of parliaments from fraternal nations who arrived in Bishkek to participate in the meetings of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TurkPA) attended ethno-cultural program at the Ala-Archa State Nature Park.
The cultural event took place at the "Kyrgyz Village" exhibition complex, which depicts the lifestyle of medieval nomads. Guests were welcomed by Kyrgyz warriors in traditional armor, young women in national attire, and *tokmo akyns* (improvisational poets), accompanied by the sounds of *dobulbas* (drums) and *kernei-surnai* (traditional wind instruments).
As part of the program, members of the delegations toured the "Artisans' Alley," where they viewed the interior decor of *yurts* (traditional nomadic dwellings), handicrafts created by Kyrgyz masters, and an exhibition of national costumes.
The event concluded with a demonstration of *Salbuurun*, the traditional Kyrgyz hunting art passed down through generations, featuring eagle hunters, archers, and *taigan* (Kyrgyz hunting dogs).
The ethno-cultural program was aimed at introducing foreign guests to the national customs and culture of the Kyrgyz people, as well as the unique features of their nomadic civilization.
