International Folklore Festival 'N'Karadak Krisin Tupanat' Kosovo
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The festival
The International Folk Dance, Rites and Musical Festival "N'KARADK KRISIN TUPANAT" takes place every year in the beautiful cities of Viti and Gjilan, in the Republic of Kosovo.
The originator of this grand festival, which brought together devotees of art and traditional culture and folklore, was Mr. Arsim Abazi, who found the support of those who fervently love the sounds of musical instruments, dance, artistic vocals and cultural diversity. This festival also aims at promoting and preserving traditional values and heritage – not only in the country, but also abroad; as well as the cultural exchange between local and foreign artists.
The festival takes place every year and lasts for 7 days, between the dates of July 27 and August 2, and it features 8 to 12 local and international traditional dance troupes. It exhibits around 15 shows and special events occurring throughout the week. The festival attracts more than 10,000 people every year.
The festival is managed by an organizational council and the members are appointed by the festival director, who is supported by over 50 volunteers.
The aim of the festival
It aims at organizing the international festival of folklore for adults, minorities, local ethnic groups, with the participation of various local and international folk groups from around the world, and to convey the messages of peace, love, mutual understanding and coexistence between the peoples of the world, amongst the participants.
To preserve cultural heritage by organizing performances and intercultural dialogue between various nationalities.
The Round Table:
On the very first day of the festival, a round table conference is held with the participation of the representatives of cultural heritage institutions, invited by the national sections of CIOFF, representatives of various troupes, representatives of festivals, individual artists, various guests from around the world, wherein they discuss about a particular issue, which is chosen by the host organizer.
During the roundtable conference, various participating ensembles will parade briefly in their traditional outfits, whereby they will exhibit costumography of their respective countries.
The area of Karadak mountain range:
The festival takes place in the area of Karadak mountain range, which encompasses the areas of several cities and municipalities. The area known as the Mountain range of Karadak is known to be indeed a treasure-trove of spiritual and folkloric heritage, with a special emphasis on men only traditional dances, which is deemed as a real treasure of its own merit. In addition, sightseeing tour is organized, whereby participants will visit the first school in native Albanian language in Kosovo, and a visit of the Catholic Church at Letnica village, which is a world renowned church, where Mother Teresa started her holy mission as a nun.
Donors:
The main patron of this festival is the Ministry of Culture, Innovation and Sports of the Republic of Kosovo, and supported by the Municipalities of Viti and Gjilan, as well as many other private contributors.
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28.07 - 01.08.2024 |
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AKV Kemajl Azizi
Kosove |
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+383 44 710 960 
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