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Sat, 07/05/2008 - 12:57
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"Capitals of great steppe"

Astana, 5 July 2008, Khabar - The exhibition entitled in this way was held in Palace of Peace and Concord. It is dedicated to 10th anniversary of Astana.

Author of grand project is well-known artist Armat Bektasov. 8
capitals, including ancient Syganak, rich Sauran and wise Turkestan were
included into installation. The beauty and grandeur of old capitals
impressed and young Astana preserved it now. It is modern city but it is
faithful to national color. Installation includes capitals of Kazakhstan
since 15th century. About 700 photos, 16 sculptures and many picturesque
pictures were exposed here.

Armat Bektasov, member of Union of Kazakhstan's Painters:
- In my works I wanted to show not just photos of these cities but spirit of
these cities. I wanted to show how they lived, with what they breathed,
ideology of state, direction where we go to.

The visitors wanted to remember the constructions of ancient cities, life of
nomads, unique spirit of old Kazakh settlements. People didn't hide their
emotions and felt proud for their state. (Khabar Agency)

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