CULTURE — April 5, 2026
Herat Hosts 'Cultural Diplomacy' Exhibition of Islamic Calligraphy
A three-day “Cultural Diplomacy” exhibition featuring 130 Islamic calligraphy artworks by local artists opened in Herat, organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ provincial office and the Turkish Consulate. Officials including Rahmatullah Faizan and Tezcan Kazıoğlu highlighted its role in promoting cultural ties between Afghanistan and Turkey.
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HERAT, Afghanistan — A three-day exhibition titled “Cultural Diplomacy” opened in Herat, showcasing 130 artworks of Islamic calligraphy created by local artists.
The event, held at Allama Seljuqi Hall, was organized by the provincial office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Turkish Consulate. It was inaugurated in the presence of the Herat governor, cultural officials, artists and calligraphers.
Rahmatullah Faizan, deputy head of the Foreign Ministry’s Herat office, stated that art serves as a universal language for strengthening cultural ties. Turkey’s Consul General Tezcan Kazıoğlu emphasized the exhibition’s role in enhancing cultural relations between Afghanistan and Turkey.
The displayed artworks feature various styles of Islamic calligraphy, including Kufic, Thuluth, Naskh and Nastaliq. Artists and officials described the event as a platform to promote cultural diplomacy and support the local art community.
The exhibition remains open to the public for three days, providing visitors an opportunity to appreciate traditional Islamic art forms and their significance in fostering international cultural exchanges.
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