Kazakh customs are reflected in many aspects, the following are the main contents of Kazakh customs:
Respect for the elderly: In Kazakh culture, the elderly are treated with great respect. At meal times, the elders usually sit first, while the others bend their legs or knees on the felt around the cloth.
During the meal, give the best meat to the elderly
Hospitality: Kazakhs are known for their hospitality. For those who come to stay at their home, the host will take out the best and delicious food to entertain them. When distinguished guests or relatives who have not seen each other for many years arriveat their home , Kazakhs people not only kill sheep but also horses to treat them
Food culture: Kazakh food culture has strong nomadic characteristics. The main food includes cattle, sheep, horse meat and dairy products, such as mare's milk, milk knobs, milk curd and so on. They specialize in making meat dishes such as horse kebabs and pilaf.
Dress culture: Kazakh dress reflects the characteristics of its pastoral life. Men often wear long robes, wearing a pointed four-edged "spit mark" hat, women love to wear dresses, and have a variety of exquisite headwear. Traditional costumes are made of sheepskin, fox skin and other materials.
Religion: The Kazakh people mainly believe in Islam and belong to Sunni. During religious festivals such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, there are corresponding celebrations and rituals.
Funeral rites: Kazakhs have great respect for cemeteries and often use cemeteries as places of worship. 7 days after the burial, 40 days and the first anniversary, the sacrificial ceremony is held to express memory and mourning for the dead
Entertainment activities: Kazakh entertainment activities include music, dance, Akan playing and singing. In addition, there are horse racing, sheep, girl chasing and other sports activities.
These are the main customs of the Kazakh people, these customs not only show the cultural characteristics of the Kazakh people, but also an important part of the
