Final of the koshma making contest held in Turkmenistan

The final round of the annual national contest “Beautiful pattern” took place at the Center of Public Organizations of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat on Tuesday.

50 craftswomen across the country participated in the final round to  showcase their skills in making the traditional felt carpet known as koshma.

The traditional Turkmen koshma is one of the country’s national symbols. Since ancient times, women have adorned it with wool patterns, used it to insulate homes. A koshma was traditionally gifted to newlyweds as a symbol of warmth, comfort, and prosperity.