Traditional food
What is Nauryz-koje?
This is the main dish prepared for Nauryz, made from seven ingredients.
What is Nauryz?
This holiday, celebrated on March 22, symbolizes renewal and the start of a new year.
What is a tymak?
This traditional hat is worn by Kazakh men.
What is Nauryz?
In 2009, UNESCO recognized this holiday as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
What is a willow (tal)?
This tree, associated with nature and life, is a symbol of Nauryz.
What is kumis?
This fermented horse milk drink is a traditional Kazakh beverage.
What is a wolf cub (or a dog)?
Kazakhs tied this animal to a newborn’s cradle to bring strength and endurance.
What is a kamzol?
This women’s national outfit is decorated with embroidery and ruffles.
What is the Eastern (or Turkic) calendar?
Ancient Kazakhs used this calendar, based on a cycle of 12 animals.
What is a dombra?
This traditional musical instrument is made of wood and used in Kazakh folk music.
What is beshbarmak?
A dish made of meat and dough, often served to guests at celebrations.
What is forgiving offenses and cleaning the house?
During Nauryz, people do this to get rid of negativity from the past year.
What is a saukele?
This accessory, worn by noble Kazakh women and brides, symbolized their status.
What is the Golden Horde?
During this period, Kazakhs lived a nomadic lifestyle and raised livestock.
What is kokpar?
A traditional Kazakh sport where men on horseback compete for a girl’s handkerchief.
What are baursaks?
Kazakhs believe this food symbolizes prosperity and often serve it with tea.
What is a kiiz ui (yurt)?
During Nauryz, Kazakhs set up this traditional yurt as a symbol of hospitality.
What are etiks?
Traditional Kazakh boots are called…
Who is Kasym Khan?
This great khan united Kazakh lands in the 16th century.
What is tusaukeser?
Kazakhs perform this ritual when a child takes their first steps.
What is kazy-karta?
This traditional meat dish, cooked in a large pot, is translated as “forty girls.”
What is bata?
On this day, elders give their blessing to the younger generation, called…
What is a beldik?
This belt with silver decorations highlighted the status of a Kazakh warrior
What is Turkestan?
This is one of Kazakhstan’s oldest cities, located on the Silk Road.
Who is Abai Kunanbayev?
This famous poet and philosopher is a symbol of Kazakh culture and education