On June 1 Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov took part in celebration of Tatar national holiday Sabantui in Eskişehir (Turkey).

“I am very glad that our compatriots living in Turkey maintain close relations with their historical motherland – Tatarstan, communicate with each other, and preserve national traditions and culture,” Rustam Minnikhanov noted.

Tatarstan President sincerely thanked those people who took part in the opening of Tatar cultural center in Eskişehir.

“We appreciate that due to this project anyone can learn about Tatarstan cultural and art achievements, rich history of Tatar nation and our cultural heritage,” Rustam Minnikhanov said.

Tatarstan President told journalists of TRT “AVAZ” Turkish TV channel that two cities had again confirmed brotherly relations.

State Folk Music Ensemble and State Song and Dance Ensemble of the Republic of Tatarstan performed at the concert, which took place after the official part of the event.