In the mountains of Karatau, located in the Zhambyl Region, the international festival "Қызғалдақ мұра" – "Heritage of Tulips" brought together scientists, environmentalists from various countries, and nature enthusiasts to discuss the preservation of the region’s unique tulip heritage.

Every year with the arrival of spring, Karatau becomes covered in a bright, living carpet, attracting researchers, tourists, and local residents alike. The Zhambyl Region confidently leads among the regions of Kazakhstan in terms of tulip species diversity. The area is home to 18 species of this spring flower, 10 of which are listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. Based on these native species, Dutch specialists have developed dozens of new tulip varieties that today adorn parks and gardens around the world.

The unique natural value of the region became the central theme of the "Heritage of Tulips" festival.

The event brought together not only local residents but also guests from Germany, Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan, the Netherlands, Russia, China, Turkey, and India. Among the participants were ecosystem experts, UNESCO representatives, members of the consular and diplomatic corps, Members of the Mazhilis (the lower house of Kazakhstan’s Parliament), and officials from various ministries.

Source: Press Service of the Akimat of Zhambyl Region

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hague/press/news/details/989387?lang=kk