Traditions
What is the main traditional dish of Nauryz?
Nauryz kozhe
On what date is Nauryz celebrated?
22 March
The main ritual soup of the holiday made of 7 specific ingredients.
Nauryz Kozhe?
A game where two riders try to pull each other off their horses.
Audaryspaq
The word "Nauryz" translates from the Persian language as "New Day."
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How many ingredients are traditionally added to Nauryz kozhe?
7
What is the traditional Kazakh house called?
Yurt
A traditional Kazakh drink made from fermented mare’s milk.
Kymyz
A game played with the knee bones of sheep or cattle?
Assyq
: In ancient times, even tribal wars and conflicts were stopped during the month of Nauryz.
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What wish do people say to each other during Nauryz?
“Ulyss on bolsyn, ak mol bolsyn.”
The alternative name for Nauryz, meaning "The Great Day of the People."
What is Ulystyn Uly Kuni?)
What is the most famous Kazakh national dish?
Beshbarmak.
A game where a rider must pick up a small bag or coin from the ground at full gallop?
Tenge Alu
Nauryz is only celebrated in Kazakhstan and has no international recognition.
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What do elders give to young people during Nauryz?
Blessing (Bata)
The large traditional swing where young people gather to sing and play.
What is Altybakan
Kazakhs serve this fried dough not only for guests but also as a symbol on festive tables. What does it symbolize?
Prosperity and abundance
A horse racing game between a young man and a young woman?
Kyz Quu
In Kazakhstan, Nauryz was officially celebrated without any breaks from 1926 to 1988.
What is Falce?
During Nauryz, what is the traditional custom called when young people and elders greet each other by shaking hands and hugging?
Körisu (the tradition of greeting each other).
The legendary old man who is believed to visit homes and bring prosperity.
Who is Kydyr Ata?
A traditional sweet made from millet, butter, sugar and sometimes raisins.
Jent
A team sport where riders struggle for a goat carcass to score in a goal?
Kokpar
Nauryz was officially added to the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009.
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