SEMINAR JSC "Z.A. Tashenev University" Faculty of Arts and Humanities Department of Humanities

April 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The seminar, held with the participation of N.T. Saparova, Senior Lecturer at Zhumabek Akhmetovich Tashenev University; N.M. Momynkul, Master of Science; and Aidana Asankhanovna, Tour Guide at the Shym Kala Historical and Cultural Complex of the Shymkent City Museum Association, proved to be very useful for young people in terms of local history.

🏛️ Seminar Topic: "Shymkent in the Depths of History"

📍Participants: Students from groups EP-25-2k, EP-25-3k.

📍Goal: To popularize the 2,200-year history of Shymkent among young people, the significance of the ancient citadel, and the region's cultural heritage.

📝 Seminar Process:

During the seminar, Aidana Asankhanovna provided students with information on the following key topics:

📌The Significance of the Shymkent Complex: Data on archaeological research and restoration work at the ancient settlement.

📌A Place on the Silk Road: Shymkent's Trade and Strategic Importance in the Middle Ages.

📌The Secret of the Exhibits: The History of Unique Artifacts in the Museum Collection.

> "Understanding history begins with respect for one's roots. Shymkent is not just a tourist attraction; it is a precious legacy left by our ancestors," the speaker noted.

✅ Result:

Students received answers to their questions and had the opportunity to explore the city's history from a new perspective. Such meetings awaken a sense of patriotism in young people and increase their interest in the past of their native country.