The Circassian (Adyghe) dance ensemble "Duney," hailing from Kabardino-Balkaria (the eastern part of the Circassian homeland), has won the top honor at the "World of Art: Istanbul Festival," held in Istanbul from October 16 to 19. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic.
The ensemble presented four choreographic pieces. Three of these—"L'eg'edzhegu," "Abkhazian Dance," and "Dzhegu Zekheshe"—were awarded the title of "Laureate of the 1st Degree."
The festival's top award, the Grand Prix, was presented to the choreographic piece "Khekhes Dzhegu." Additionally, ensemble soloist Alim Altuev received a special award as the "Best Dancer of the Festival."
Following their successful performance, the "Duney" ensemble received an official invitation to participate in an international festival scheduled to take place in Spain.
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