Kazakhstan is preparing to host the fifth World Nomad Games, which will be held on September 8-15, 2024 in the capital city of Astana, Turanews.kz reports citing Jibek Joly TV.
The games will feature traditional sports and competitions from across the Eurasian steppes, including archery, horse racing, wrestling, and fist fighting.
The games will be held at existing sports facilities in Astana, with no new construction planned. However, the Astana Arena stadium and the Alau Ice Palace will be renovated in preparation for the event. The Kazanat hippodrome in the capital will also be reconstructed.
Recently, it was announced that togyzkumalak, a traditional Central Asian board game, will be included in the competition program. Togyzkumalak is a game of strategy and skill that is played on a nine-hole board.
The World Nomad Games are a major event that showcase the culture and traditions of the Eurasian steppes. They are also a valuable opportunity for athletes from all over the world to compete and learn from each other.
The games are expected to attract thousands of athletes and spectators from around the world. They are also expected to generate significant economic benefits for Kazakhstan.
The government of Kazakhstan is committed to hosting a successful World Nomad Games. The games are a chance to showcase the country’s rich culture and traditions to the world, and to promote tourism and investment.
