The Turkmen carpet is not just a home decoration but a valuable national heritage closely linked to the history of the people. For centuries, Turkmens have elevated carpet weaving to an art form, and this tradition continues today.
Every year, on the last Sunday of May, Turkmenistan celebrates National Carpet Day. On this holiday, various festivities take place across the country, master weavers are honored, and the nation’s pride in its carpets grows even stronger.
Ashgabat’s Turkmen Carpet Museum preserves the finest examples of this craftsmanship. The intricate patterns, color harmony, and artistic quality of Turkmen carpets are highly esteemed worldwide. Original pieces of this art are not only visually stunning but also enriched with the spiritual essence of the people.
This year, as part of Turkmenistan’s Carpet Day celebrations, various exhibitions and fairs were organized. At the invitation of Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Russian diplomats visited the Turkmen National Carpet Museum in Ashgabat and explored the finest examples of this remarkable craft.
The Turkmen carpet is a vivid symbol of the nation’s spiritual wealth. Passed down through generations, it remains an integral part of Turkmen culture.
