From 16 to 25 January, Monte Carlo (Principality of Monaco) hosted the 48th International Circus Festival. The national equestrian games group ‘Galkynysh’ was awarded international certificates from the World Circus Federation and the European Circus Association for its contribution to the development of circus arts, reports AsmanNews.

The ceremony was attended by Serdar Pygyev, the Head of the ‘Galkynysh’ Group of the Ahal-Teke Equestrian Complex of the President of Turkmenistan, and Serdar Gurbangulyev, the General Director of the State Circus of Turkmenistan. They represented Turkmenistan as guests of honour.

The ‘Galkynysh’ group was created in 2007. It has repeatedly won international competitions, including festivals in Moscow, Latvia, China, Kyrgyzstan and St. Petersburg. The group performs numbers that combine trick riding, acrobatics, and elements of national equestrian traditions. Performances take place at international festivals and cultural events.

The certificates received in Monaco are further confirmation of the international recognition of the ‘Galkynysh’ National Equestrian Games Group.

The festival has been held since 1974 and is considered one of the leading international venues in the field of circus arts. It takes place annually in Monte Carlo.