Salburun
The miniature sheet presented consists of six identical stamps dedicated to the VI World Nomad Games, which will be held in Bishkek in 2026. The central theme of the miniature is the traditional nomadic hunting practice with birds of prey — salburun. The stamp features a close-up profile of a girl wearing traditional Kyrgyz jewelry (large silver earrings and a necklace) and a headband decorated with a national ornament. Opposite her is a bird of prey wearing a special hunting hood (tomogo). The inscription “SALBURUN” is placed vertically on the left side. The background is elegantly decorated with subtle national patterns and the official logo of the Games. The light-colored margins of the sheet contain the name of the event in Kyrgyz and English, the official logos of the Games, and a QR code located in the lower left corner.
ER ENISH
The miniature sheet presented consists of six stamps issued in honor of the VI World Nomad Games, which will take place in Bishkek in 2026. The main motif of each stamp is the dynamic moment of the traditional nomadic horseback wrestling competition — Er Enish. The miniatures depict two powerful wrestlers with bare torsos (wearing red and blue headgear) engaged in a strength contest on horseback. The name of the sport discipline, “ER ENISH” is placed vertically on the right side. The composition is complemented by a dark background featuring traditional Kyrgyz ornamental patterns and the official emblem of the Games. The light-colored margins of the miniature sheet contain the name of the event in Kyrgyz and English, while a modern QR code is placed in the lower left corner.
KOK-BORU
The miniature sheet presented consists of six identical stamps issued in honor of the World Nomad Games, which will be held in Bishkek in 2026. The central theme of each miniature is a dynamic scene from the traditional Kyrgyz equestrian game kok-boru, conveying the intensity and spirit of the sporting competition. The stamp features a close-up image of a rider on a grey horse, wearing sports attire incorporating elements of the national flag, with the inscription “KOK-BORU” placed vertically on the right side. The background is decorated with stylized Kyrgyz national ornamental patterns and the official emblem of the Games. The margins of the miniature sheet feature the name of the event in Kyrgyz and English, official logos, as well as a QR code in the lower left corner providing quick access to digital information.
A POSTAGE STAMP DEDICATED TO THE VI WORLD NOMAD GAMES, TO BE HELD IN 2026 IN BISHKEK AND CHOLPON-ATA, KYRGYZSTAN.
The souvenir sheet presented in the file is dedicated to the World Nomad Games, which will be held in 2026 in Bishkek and Cholpon-Ata. At the center of the sheet, the postage stamp depicts a horseman wearing the traditional Kyrgyz headdress (kalpak), riding a horse with a golden eagle perched on his arm and a bow slung across his back. In the background, a yurt and elements of the traditional nomadic way of life are depicted. The stamp features the official logo of the World Nomad Games, as well as the inscriptions “Bishkek – Cholpon-Ata” and “Kyrgyz Pochtasy 2026.” The side panels of the souvenir sheet are designed in dark brown and light beige tones. They display the name of the event in Kyrgyz and English, the official logo and mascot of the Games (a stylized snow leopard), as well as a QR code located in the lower left corner.
DEDICATED TO THE VI WORLD NOMAD GAMES, WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE IN KYRGYZSTAN IN 2026.
This philatelic issue is dedicated to the major cultural and sporting event — the VI World Nomad Games, which will be held in Kyrgyzstan in 2026.
Central Stamp:
The composition highlights the ancient art of hunting with birds of prey. In the foreground, a majestic berkutchi (golden eagle hunter) is depicted wearing traditional national attire and the iconic white kalpak. The background features an atmospheric scene of traditional equestrian competitions, conveying the unbreakable spirit of nomadic culture.
Stamp Details:
The stamp features the English title of the event, “World Nomad Games,” as well as the year of issue inscription “Kyrgyz Pochtasy 2026.”
Souvenir Sheet Design:
The frame is designed in elegant dark brown tones with a subtle background of traditional Kyrgyz ornamental patterns. The margins feature the official logo and mascot of the Games (a snow leopard), text elements in Kyrgyz and English, as well as an interactive QR code located in the lower left corner.
