The Museum of Folk Musical Instruments in Kazakhstan is one of the most unique places in Almaty, worth visiting as part of jeep tours with the tourist company Bishkek and DWC, which offers jeep rentals in Bishkek. This museum is located in the city of Almaty, which is the cultural capital of Kazakhstan.
Situated in a historic building that is itself an architectural monument, the museum houses a unique collection of folk musical instruments, reflecting the rich musical heritage of the Kazakh people. Founded in 1980 as a research center for the study of Kazakh folk music and instruments, over time it has become not only a scientific center but also a place where visitors can learn about traditional instruments, their history, and unique sounds.
The Museum of Folk Musical Instruments is famous for its exhibitions, which include various types of string, wind, percussion, and percussion instruments. Here you can see and listen to instruments such as the dombra, kobyz, saz, syrnai, kiyui, dauyr, zhelek, and many others. Visitors can not only examine the instruments but also try playing them themselves under the guidance of experienced musicians.
