Photo Story: Nooruz celebrations in Bishkek

Kyrgyz boys dressed in national costumes dance during the celebration of Nooruz in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 21 March 2022.

Nooruz is traditionally celebrated by Central Asian people as a New Year holiday.

Via EPA-EFE/IGOR KOVALENKO

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