A cultural event “Chakan Fashion Show: Heritage of Traditions Through the Ages” dedicated to the International Navruz holiday was held in Baku. This was reported to “Asia-Plus” by the Committee for Tourism Development under the Government of Tajikistan.
At the event, Tajik designers Khurshed Sattorov, Vays Asoev, and Sulhiya Gulomova presented their collections “Chakan,” “Nuri Badakhshon,” and “Navoi Khuroson,” which demonstrated high craftsmanship and the unique artistic heritage of Tajik culture.
In his speech, the Ambassador of Tajikistan to Azerbaijan Ilhom Abdurakhmon noted that the International Navruz holiday, being a rich spiritual and cultural heritage of humanity, unites the peoples of Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, and other neighboring countries. Navruz symbolizes the beginning of spring and the rebirth of nature, calling for friendship, creation, and solidarity among peoples.
As part of the event, a festive table was set for guests, decorated according to ancient Tajik traditions, including seven types of dishes and sweets — “haft sin” and “haft shin,” symbolizing abundance and well-being. The musical program was adorned with performances by talented Tajik artists such as Jahongir Zaripov and Khurshed Ibragimov, whose songs were well received by the Azerbaijani audience. Songs by the People’s Artist of Azerbaijan Gulyanag Mamedova and dances performed by the dance groups of the Baku Choreography Academy and Khazar University were also part of the event program.
The cultural event was attended by guests from diplomatic missions and international organizations, officials, representatives of ministries and departments, members of the National Assembly, cultural figures, as well as compatriots and Tajik students studying at universities in Azerbaijan.
