Kyrgyz lawmakers are considering raising the status of the kalpak, the traditional Kyrgyz hat, to that of a national cultural symbol.

After an uproar over an Akita in a kalpak, some lawmakers want to defend the honor of the traditional Kyrgyz hat by forcing politicians and athletes to wear it.

Doha, Qatar: The Kyrgyzstan pavilion made its debut at expo 2023 Doha on November 26, 2023, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich Kyrgyz culture and heritage. Among the highlights of the ...

But this year the national day of the hat was overshadowed by a scandal which has seen a pair of lawmakers lead a push to criminalise "disrespect" shown towards the traditional headpiece.

PUTRAJAYA, June 25 (Bernama) -- A symbol of nomadic resilience and cultural heritage took centre stage here today as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, ...

Bishkek (AsiaNews/Agencies) – A dog show has caused nationwide outrage because one of the pooches strutted around the field wearing a traditional Kyrgyz hat.

Wearing a traditional felt hat, Japarov spoke at a ceremony shown live on Kyrgyz state television, which included the launch of flares in the three countries’ national colors in the snowy ...

Women display Kyrgyz traditional costumes in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, April 15, 2023. An embroidery festival featuring Kyrgyz traditional embroideries was held here on Saturday.

Kyrgyzstan is gearing up to introduce legislation that would oblige its president to wear a national pointed hat on diplomatic trips following a national uproar.

Aizada Yrchieva shows Kyrgyz traditional headgears, Kalpak and Topu, inside Kyrgyzstan pavilion at the Expo 2023 Doha. Pics by Marivie Alabanza / The Peninsula ...