Makhtumkuli Fraghi, a revered Turkmen poet and philosopher, whose writings have profoundly shaped Turkmenistan’s national identity and enriched global cultural heritage, was celebrated in London on November 22, 2024. Known for his deep reflections on life, justice, and humanism, Makhtumkuli’s works have become an integral part of the world’s cultural heritage, emphasizing universal values and profound human insight.
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in London hosted a gala evening to mark the 300th anniversary of the poet’s birth. Organized in collaboration with the Makhtumkuli Institute of Language, Literature, and National Manuscripts of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, the event welcomed diplomats, scholars, students, and members of the Turkmen diaspora.
Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to the UK, Yazmurad Seriaev, along with scientists Nuraev and Changliyev, delivered speeches celebrating the poet’s profound contributions to world culture and his enduring significance for the Turkmen people. Attendees were treated to a documentary on Makhtumkuli Fraghi’s life and work as well as an exhibition of his writings translated into English. Special attention was given to the early phase of his literary journey, its influence on public thought, and its role in the evolution of literature.
The London celebration was part of a series of global events commemorating Makhtumkuli’s tricentennial. These tributes not only honor his literary legacy but also serve to strengthen cultural ties between nations, reaffirming the timeless relevance of Makhtumkuli Fraghi’s work in global literature.
