The exhibition “Magtymguly Fragi and the cultural heritage of Turkmenistan” with exhibits from the funds of the State Museum of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan opened at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris yesterday.

The exhibition is jointly organized by the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to UNESCO, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in France and the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan.

The exhibition also included a scientific conference dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Turkmen-French archaeological group and a fashion show of Turkmen national clothing, reports the publication “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”.

Speakers at the opening ceremony of the exhibition emphasized that this cultural event is another clear confirmation that Turkmenistan uses cultural diplomacy to popularize its rich cultural heritage and promote its achievements.

The exhibition presented to visitors includes examples of traditional clothing - gyňaç, telpek, men's gyrmyzy don and shirt. The filigree hand embroidery of Turkmen craftswomen amazes with its grace and beauty. Some of the exhibits give a visual representation of the interior decoration of the Turkmen yurt. Samples of magnificent Turkmen carpets are also presented here.

The exhibition also includes works by contemporary artists and photo selections, videos that clearly demonstrate the life of today's Turkmenistan, its unique historical monuments, nature, and architectural sights of white marble Ashgabat.

A special place at the exhibition is given to the manuscripts of the great Turkmen poet, thinker of the East Magtymguly Fragi.

An excellent addition to the extensive program was the display of an original collection of national clothing by Turkmen designers.

A tasting of Turkmen national dishes was also organized, the source notes.