A poetry challenge dedicated to the 180th anniversary of the great poet was held in Almaty

The Alatau Creative Hub Library hosted the poetry challenge “the great poet – the pride of the nation”, dedicated to the 180th anniversary of the birth of Abay Kunanbayuly.

The main purpose of the event was to acquaint the younger generation with the rich heritage of the great Kazakh poet, develop a culture of expressive reading and convey Abai’s ideas to modern children. The participants recited his poems by heart, competed in impressionability and performance skills.

According to the results of the competition, the most active participants were awarded letters of thanks and memorable gifts. Within the framework of the event, a thematic book exhibition was organized, and an open microphone platform was opened, where everyone could read Abay’s works in their own way.

This warm and inspiring event was another step in the promotion of Abay’s work among the younger generation.