A cultural and educational event dedicated to the 585th anniversary of the birth of the great Eastern poet Alisher Navoi was held at the Bazar Amanov State Children’s Library of Turkmenistan. The meeting brought together young readers from Ashgabat’s School of Fine Arts No. 4.

During the event, participants were introduced to the life and creative legacy of Alisher Navoi, a towering figure in Eastern literature. Speakers highlighted his multifaceted personality, noting that Navoi was not only a poet of exceptional stature but also a prominent statesman, linguist, and artist.

Special emphasis was placed on Navoi’s close connection with Turkmenistan. His time spent in the city of Merv played a significant role in shaping the traditions of Turkmen classical literature. Many of his poetic works later inspired musical compositions performed by Turkmen folk musicians. In Turkmen musical culture, unique melodic modes associated with Navoi are still preserved, particularly in dutar performance traditions.

The discussion also touched upon the epic poem “Farhad and Shirin,” part of Navoi’s renowned “Khamsa” cycle, which holds enduring value for the literary heritage of Turkmenistan and the broader Eastern world.

The event at the Children’s Library of Turkmenistan was later featured on the “Happy Childhood” program broadcast by the Ashgabat television channel.