The Syrimbet Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Shokan Ualikhanov held a round table yesterday dedicated to the 190th anniversary of the outstanding scientist, ethnographer, and traveler Shokan Ualikhanov.

The event was attended by well-known historians, archaeologists, educators, representatives of public organizations, as well as staff members of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “BOTAI.”

The participants discussed the scientific legacy of Shokan Ualikhanov, his contribution to the development of national historical science and ethnography, as well as current directions for further research.

Upon completion of the round table, guests from the city of Petropavl visited the BOTAI Museum-Reserve, where they were able to become acquainted with unique materials of the Botai culture.