Galla Bayramy, held on 3rd Sunday in July

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On July 20th 2014 we celebrate

Galla Bayramy, which is held on 3rd Sunday in July

The Wheat Harvest festival in Turkmenistan is celebrate on the 3rd Sunday in July. One of the oldest agricultural regions in the world, the Turkmen have known longer than most of the world how important agriculture is to civilisation. They, of course, treat this festival time with great honor and importance. During this time many festivals are held throughout the country, from concerts to cultural festivals.

You will be able to find links in the show notes: http://www.turkmenistan.ru/?page_id=3&lang_id=en&elem_id=17354&type=event&sort=date_desc

http://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/_eng/?id=2501

Happy Galla Bayramy!

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