Crafts of Kazakhstan

The nomadic way of life that became the foundation of Kazakhstan culture left an imprint on folk crafts. People created everything they needed for a long stay on the road while traveling from place to place. Kazakh crafts highlight essentials for survival and creating coziness on the road, emphasizing the people's transient nature: woodworking, felt for upholstering yurts, and the creation of horse riding equipment. The Kazakhs developed handicrafts for making warm fur coats and hats made of leather and animal fur in the harsh climate of the steppe, where the summer is extremely hot and the winter winds are unbearably cold. There was also a lot of blacksmithing and jewelry making.

Kazakhstan has successfully integrated into the global community in the twenty-first century, but it has also worked tirelessly to protect folk traditions and customs. The ancient ancestors' knowledge and ways of life, which conquered and roamed the Kazakh steppe, are still passed down from generation to generation. Visitors can learn more about Kazakh culture by visiting one of the country's many museums or during festivals and holidays.