Ashyk Aydyn Pir

Ashyk Aydyn Pir is the patron saint of singers and bards, in Turkmen tradition.[1]

Mausoleum

Aydyn Pir's mausoleum (41.875454°N 58.635048°E / 41.875454; 58.635048) is located in the Daşoguz region of Turkmenistan, north of Diyarbekir. It is venerated by thousands of Turkmen, esp. those in pursuance of a career in music; they sleep on its steps, hoping to meet Pir in their dreams.[1][2]

References
  1. Brummell, Paul (2005). Turkmenistan. Bradt Travel Guides. p. 182. ISBN 978-1-84162-144-9.
  2. Turkmenistan: Arts from the Land of Magtymguly. Washington DC: Smithsonian Institution. 2013. p. 61. ISBN 9780972455718.
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