What is the name of this tradition? What can you tell about it?
Syrga salu. It's a tradition where the groom's mother puts earrings on the future bride, after which the girl is considered engaged.
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What does the spring equinox mean?
The day when the length of the day and night are the same.
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What traditional custom is considered to bring good luck and success during Nauryz?
Inviting 7 guests and visiting 7 houses
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Why is it important to clean the house on the eve of Nauryz?
Kydyr ata will bless the house if it is clean
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What traditional dish is prepared for Nauryz?
Nauryz- kozhe
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How long does the official Nauryz holiday last in Kazakhstan?
Three days
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What number is considered significant/lucky during Nauryz?
Seven
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What kind of wool was used traditionally to make yurt?
Camel wool
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On what date does Nauryz celebration begin in Kazakhstan?
21st March
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What tradition is celebrated right before Nauryz? During this tradition, people visit each other and and shake hands, saying: "Bir zhasymnmen!" which means – Congratulation with successful completion of the year!
Korisu Ait, on March 14th.
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Name 5 countries, other than Kazakhstan, that also celebrate Nauryz.
Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
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According to legend, he is the wise man who walks across the earth during Nauryz holiday.
Kadyr-ata
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What board game is traditionally played on Nauryz?