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Prominent Kazakh scholar Edyge Tursunov paints a brilliant new picture of the jyrau, early Kazakh poets, philosophers, and warriors.
Read MoreThe Great Steppe has long attracted the intrepid and curious adventurers from the West. The Abai Center's collection of their writings—travelogues, academic field work, diplomatic dispatches, and personal journals—are among the earliest observations of Turkic and nomad culture and customs to be published at large scale.
Abai Kunanbaiuly is one of the most inspiring figures in Kazakh art. Classic paintings, rare photos, and modern pop images depicting Abai transcend generations and social constructs. Every artist sees him differently, from their own soul, leading to particular representations and unique visuals.
