Andijan holds the title of Cultural Capital of the Turkic World in 2026
TÜRKSOY handed over the title of “Cultural Capital of the Turkic World” from Aktau in Kazakhstan to Andijan in Uzbekistan.
The International Organization of Turkic Culture (TÜRKSOY) handed over the title of “Cultural Capital of the Turkic World” from Aktau, Kazakhstan, to Andijan, Uzbekistan, at a gala concert.
Aktau, which held the title throughout 2025, hosted more than 30 international events ranging from theatre and opera to film festivals and scientific meetings.
Binali Yıldırım, Chairman of the OTS Council of Elders, said: “Our cooperation in culture is the strongest guarantee of the future of the Turkic world.” Andijan Governor Shukhratbek Abdurakhmanov said the city is ready to introduce its ancient history and culture to the world in 2026.
Sources: Anadolu Agency, TRT Haber
