"Friendship of Peoples" Monument

"Friendship of Peoples" Monument.

The solemn opening of the "Friendship of Peoples" monument took place in the capital on May 1, 2003. The monument is established at the intersection of the Republic Ave and J. Omarov St.

The authors are sculptor Saken Narynov, architect Aidar Zhanibek.

The bronze monument represents friendship and harmony of the peoples of Kazakhstan. The sculpture composition consists of three intersecting figures 8 m. high. The figures that form the basis of the monument, as if interconnected branches, symbolize plexus, shaking hands, peace and harmony, are expressive. According to the author 's idea, when several people take hands and form a circle, it means that they are in peace and harmony. Their intertwined hands are aspiring to rise.
The bronze sculpture rises in the center of the pool with fountains. The fountains that surround the sculpture represent the ethnic groups and peoples of Kazakhstan.
On holidays at the fountain there is beautiful music, beautiful lighting is turned on.
The “Friendship of Peoples” monument became a symbol of friendship and good-neighbourliness between more than 150 ethnic groups who live in Kazakhstan.
On the sign the inscription: "National accord - the basis of stability and development of Kazakhstan" N.A.Nazarbayev.
Today May 1 is the Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan. The national holiday in Kazakhstan has been celebrated since May 1, 1996. In our country it is one of the kindest and brightest holidays. A celebration of friendship, understanding and harmony. Kazakhstan is a multinational country. This holiday not only introduces the people of Kazakhstan to the traditions and culture of other nationalities living on the territory of the country, but the holiday is intended to consolidate the nation into a single whole. Today Kazakhstan has become an example of harmony and unity for many countries.

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