This mural in Aktau, Kazakhstan, commemorates the 175th anniversary of Abai Qunanbaiuly, a poet, philosopher, and key figure of Kazakh culture.

The artwork features Abai alongside his writings, a majestic eagle, and traditional yurts, symbolizing the cultural and spiritual heritage of Kazakhstan.

Credit: Elise Paqueteau (France)

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