Historical Places
The name of the empire that ruled most of the middle east for 600 years
Ottoman Empire
What traditional Turkish art involves decorative tilework?
Çini
This holiday is celebrated in all Turkic countries, symbolizing the beginning of spring
Nowruz/Nevruz
Type of trouser worn by all Turkic countries–originally worn for horseback riding activities
Shalwar
What is Su?
Water
Tower on a small islet by the entrance of the Bosphorus strait with a legend about a king trying to protect his daughter
Maiden's Tower
What traditional Uzbek art is known for colorful handmade silk fabric?
Ikat/atlas
This Azerbaijani festival, celebrated annually in Oct/Nov, celebrates the cultural and symbolic importance of this fruit
Nar/Pomegranate
Worn by Turkmens, telpek (form of hat) is made out of this material/fabric
Sheepskin
What is 10?
On
The network of Asian trade routes
Silk Road
What traditional Turkmen textile is known for its geometric patterns?
turkmen rug
Kına Yakma Töreni/Henna Night
This is the outer garment worn by Ozbek men
Chapan
What is Qaynana/Kaynana?
Mother-in-law
Castle in Azerbaijan located on mountain’s peak that was a residence of Atabey dynasty
Alinja Castle
What material was commonly used to make ancient Turkic tools and weapons?
Bronze
This is the name of the festival celebrated in Kırgızistan that prepares performances with hunting eagles
Salbuurun/Birds of Prey Festival
This is used at the end of braids as adornment, headache prevention, and hair growth
Sholpy
What is At?
Horse
Lake in Kyrgyzstan that is the second-largest alpine lake in the world
Issyk-Kul Lake
What traditional Kazakh craft is famous for decorative silver jewelry and metalwork?
Zergery (Metalwork/Jewelry making)
When is the Tasaukeser (rope cutting) tradition celebrated in Kazakh culture?
When the child takes the first step
Traditionally used to ward off snakes and scorpions
Halhal (anklet)
What is Barmaq/Parmak?
Finger