World Cultures Festival featuring 72 countries opens in Ankara

The 4th World Cultures Festival, organized in Ankara by the Ebrisham and Cyrus Foundation, brought together representatives from different countries.

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World Cultures Festival featuring 72 countries opens in Ankara

The 4th World Cultures Festival, organized by the Ebrisham and Cyrus Foundation, opened in Ankara. Representatives of foreign missions in Türkiye, academics, bureaucrats, businesspeople and numerous guests attended the event.

Stands representing 72 countries were set up as part of the festival. The event features numerous artists from Türkiye and abroad, along with traditional dances, musical performances, clothing shows and traditional children's games from the participating countries.

Ambassadors highlight the importance of cultural exchange

Speaking at the opening, Bangladesh's Ambassador to Ankara M. Amanul Haq said cultural exchange was not limited to celebrating traditions. Haq noted that cultural interaction strengthened ties between societies and built bridges between countries.

Iran's Ambassador to Ankara Mohammad Hassan Habibollahzadeh expressed his pleasure at attending the event and thanked those who contributed to its organization. Habibollahzadeh said that although countries may hold different views on many issues, culture could bring people closer by transcending political and geographical borders.

Palestine's Ambassador to Ankara Nasri Abu Jaish underscored the importance of the festival, which brings together more than 70 countries. Abu Jaish said he was attending the event to show that his country continues to exist through its culture, creativity, love of life and commitment to peace despite all its difficulties and hardships.

United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Ankara Saeed Thani Al Dhaheri also thanked those who contributed to the organization. Al Dhaheri said culture and the arts were among the bridges that strengthened ties of closeness, affection and peace between peoples.

Malek Mousli, ambassador and head of the Ankara mission of the League of Arab States, said that bringing different cultures together under one roof conveyed a message that went beyond traditions and national heritage.

Festival is open to the public and free of charge

Following the opening speeches, the festival's honorary award was presented and a group photo was taken. Palestine's Ambassador to Ankara Abu Jaish said they were proud to attend the event, thanked the Turkish people for standing with Palestine and expressed his hope that his country would achieve freedom.

The festival program also includes competitions and prize drawings. The events are open to the public and free of charge.

World Cultures Festival featuring 72 countries opens in Ankara

The 4th World Cultures Festival, organized in Ankara by the Ebrisham and Cyrus Foundation, brought together representatives from different countries.