🌸 Nauryz Basics
What season starts during Nauryz?
Spring.
This is a traditional fermented drink made from horse's milk.
Qymyz
What do people wear during Nauryz celebrations?
Traditional clothes
What do people say to greet each other on this holiday?
Happy Nauryz
When do we celebrate Nauryz in Kazakhstan?
March 22.
These are round pieces of fried dough that people eat during Nauryz.
Baursak
What traditional house can people see during Nauryz celebrations?
A yurt.
What do you wish your friends on Nauryz?
Happiness, health, and good luck / Happy Nauryz.
What country celebrates Nauryz?
Kazakhstan (and some other countries)
What special soup do people cook for Nauryz?
Nauryz kozhe.
What animal helps people in many Kazakh traditional games and festivals?
A Horse
What do people say to give good wishes and blessings in Kazakh traditions?
Bata
What is Altybakan?
A big swing people play on during Nauryz.
Name some traditional Kazakh drinks made from milk?
Kumys, Shubat, Ayran.
What traditional game do people play with horses during Nauryz?
Kokpar
What words do people usually say at the end of a Bata (blessing)?
Ameen
Who is Kydyr Ata?
A kind old man who brings good wishes and luck for the new year.
How many ingredients are usually in Nauryz kozhe? What are they?
Seven. Water, Meat, Salt, Cereal / Grains, Milk, Oil, Vegetables / Herbs
What ceremony do people do during Nauryz to visit each other and wish happiness?
Kórisu – visiting friends and family, giving greetings and gifts.
Who usually throws sweets during Shashu at celebrations?
Grandparents or older relatives throw sweets to make everyone happy.