During the event, participants emphasized the importance of collaboration in preserving and promoting the traditional arts, literature, music, and folk dances of the Turkic world for future generations. Attendees were also informed about significant projects carried out by TURKSOY in recent years, including the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World programs, according to TURKSOY’s press service.
During the cultural events organized as part of the visit, artists from the Turkic world had the opportunity to experience the sounds of the Kazakh national instrument, the dombra. This surprise performance was met with great interest by the participants. The events showcased the rich musical heritage of the Turkic world and fostered stronger cultural ties among attendees.
TURKSOY’s engagement with Bandırma was described as a significant step toward cultural integration within the Turkic world. The visit also laid the groundwork for long-term collaboration between Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University and TURKSOY, contributing to the promotion of the shared cultural heritage of Turkic nations.
