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Korean Culture Festival to Be Held in Ashgabat on October 3–4
Residents and guests of Ashgabat are invited to attend the Korean Culture Festival, taking place on October 3 and 4. The event is organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Turkmenistan to promote cultural understanding and friendship between the two nations.
October 3, at 5:00 PM, a cultural program will be held at the “Arkach” Shopping and Entertainment Center. Highlights include:
Korean calligraphy workshops (write your name in Hangul),
trying on the traditional Korean outfit Hanbok,
a themed photo zone “Journey to Korea,”
exhibitions showcasing Korea’s rich heritage.
October 4, at 7:00 PM, a concert will take place at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre. Featured performers:
Mr. Kwon Hwapyeong (tenor) and
Ms. Kwon Minji (mezzo-soprano),
with the State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan.
Admission to all events is free.
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Weather conditions in Turkmenistan are set to deteriorate this week, with temperatures dropping as low as –7°C and widespread rain mixed with snow forecast nationwide.
Ashgabat
The capital will experience variable cloud cover, with mixed precipitation likely midweek. Winds will shift from easterly to northwesterly, reaching up to 16 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will range between –3°C and +3°C, while daytime values will rise to +9°C.
Balkan Region
Unstable weather with mixed precipitation is expected at the beginning and toward the end of the week. Wind gusts may reach 17 m/s. Night temperatures will vary from –3°C to +5°C, with daytime highs of +7…+12°C, cooler near the coast.
Ahal Region
Cloudy skies and wintry rain are forecast. Winds will be moderate to strong. Temperatures will fall to –5°C at night and rise to +11°C during the day.
Mary Region
Mixed precipitation and shifting cloudiness will persist. Northeastern winds may reach 15 m/s. Nighttime lows will range from –5°C to +6°C, daytime temperatures up to +11°C.
Lebap Region
Rain and snow are expected alongside strong winds. Night temperatures will be as low as –6°C, while daytime readings may reach +13°C.
Dashoguz Region
Light mixed precipitation is possible mid- and late week. Night temperatures may drop to –7°C, with daytime temperatures between –3°C and +6°C.
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