Azerbaijan’s Shusha shines as cultural gem with international children’s festival PHOTO / UPDATED

Azerbaijan’s Shusha city proudly hosted the International Festival of Children’s Creativity, titled “Shusha — The Cultural Pearl of Turkic Unity” on June 1. 

The event, organised by the Ministry of Science and Education, brought together young talents from across the Turkic world, Caliber.Az reports via local media. 

Around 300 schoolchildren from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, and Hungary participated, presenting a vibrant showcase of musical and dance traditions from their homelands. 

The festival, underscoring the cultural heritage and unity among Turkic-speaking peoples, was attended by Azerbaijan’s Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev, along with prominent figures from the arts, students, and children of martyrs.

The event objectives include fostering intercultural understanding among Turkic youth, strengthening friendship and brotherhood, and encouraging cooperation. Additionally, it provided a platform for participants to proudly share their countries’ history and culture while exploring the enchanting city of Shusha.

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Azerbaijan’s Shusha city is hosting the International Festival of Children’s Creativity, titled “Shusha — The Cultural Pearl of Turkic Unity” organised by the Ministry of Science and Education. 

The event brings together around 300 schoolchildren from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, and Hungary, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

Participants are showcasing the rich musical and dance traditions of their countries, highlighting the cultural diversity and shared heritage of the Turkic world.

By Naila Huseynova