November 20 at the "House of Friendship" Aktau was held an unusual event: representatives of the Ossetian fraternity of Mangistau region held an event called "The wedding ceremony of the Ossetian people." It was attended by representatives of the secretariat of the regional Assembly of People of Kazakhstan, akimat of Mangistau oblast management, chairmen of ethnocultural associations and members of the KSU "Kogamdyk kelisim".

Chairman of the Ossetian diaspora "Alan" Fatima M. Birkle said: "There are many beautiful wedding traditions; each nation is rich in its traditions. No matter how much time has passed, we should not forget about tradition. They need to be improved and passed on from generation to generation. "

Representatives of the Ossetian people have created the atmosphere of the wedding with the aim to familiarize the audience with their marriage customs. The organizers are very well prepared. Decoration, festive menu, young girls and boys in national costumes allowed viewers to feel in this wedding. Elegant bride and groom took the stage accompanied by cheerful music and dance. At the Ossetian people have customs similar to the customs of the Kazakh people. For example, they greeted the newlyweds making shashu. Then, dear elders bless them. In-law of the bride wore on her head a white handkerchief. It was like a real wedding. They perform folk songs. Guests have fun dancing in a circle. Honeymooners greeted with good wishes gifts were presented. That's an unusual event took place.

It is important that Kazakhstan living under one shanyrak respect the traditions of different ethnic groups. After all, the respect - support peace and accord in our multinational country!

KSU "Kogamdyk kelisim" Mangistau region

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