Turkmenistan celebrates festival to honor its native dog

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Alabai Day is the National Holiday to honor Turkmen Alabai, a large dog breed that is traditionally used to guard livestock herds.

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On October 27, Turkmenistan celebrated the Festival of the Turkmen Alabai nationwide, with various events such as exhibitions and creative contests showcasing artistic representations of the Alabai dog in fine and applied arts, according to the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH).

s3-2Alabai Day, or the National Holiday of the Turkmen Alabai, is a national holiday in Turkmenistan that takes place on the last Sunday of October. The holiday includes activities such as exhibitions, discussion meetings, and the International Competition for the title of the Courageous Alabai.

s3-3The Alabai is a large dog breed that is traditionally used to guard livestock herds. The holiday was established in 2021, and the first annual beauty contest, “Brave Turkmen Alabay of the Year”, was held that same year.

s3-4The main celebrations took place at the complex of the International Association “Türkmen alabaý itleri,” attended by government officials, members of parliament, diplomats, international organizations, dog breeders, and media representatives. A musical performance was also held in the square outside the complex.

s3-5One of the highlights of the festivities was the conclusion of the International Contest “Ýylyň türkmen edermen alabaýy” (Brave Alabai of the Year 2024). The winner received the grand prize from the President of Turkmenistan: the keys to a Toyota Camry, along with a special medal, a rotating trophy, and a diploma.

In addition, the winners of the creative competition for artistic depictions of the Alabai were announced.

Celebrations honoring the Turkmen Alabai were held in cities and villages across the country, TDH reports.

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Courtesy: Central Asian Light (Posted on October 28, 2024)

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