The works and life of Korkyt Ata are an integral part of Kazakh culture and national heritage - photo 1

The works and life of Korkyt Ata are an integral part of Kazakh culture and national heritage

10 apr. 2025

Today, in Kazakhstan, there are several cultural and historical monuments related to Korkyt Ata. For example, in the Kyzylorda region, there is the Korkyt Ata Memorial Complex, which is an important site for tourists and researchers. There are also various scientific conferences and festivals dedicated to Korkyt Ata.

  • Korkyt Ata was a great Turkic thinker, poet, composer, and philosopher. His name became known to the world due to his wisdom and music. Korkyt Ata lived during the 8th-9th centuries. He lived in Southern Kazakhstan, as well as in Turkestan and the Kyzylorda region.

 There are many legends and poems about Korkyt Ata. One of the most popular legends tells of his search for immortality and his desire to maintain harmony with nature. Korkyt Ata is also famous for his musical instruments, among which the kobyz stands out, which is associated with his name. The kobyz is a traditional Kazakh musical instrument, and it gained popularity through Korkyt Ata.

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