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The Manas is a Kyrgyz epic poem. It鈥檚 over a thousand years old, and is a performed poem, part recitation, part improvisation. Saparbek Kasmambet was a well-respected manaschi, or Manas performer, and also father of 麻豆社 Kyrgyz's Gulnara Kasmambet. Following his death earlier this year Gulnara has been overwhelmed by the tributes pouring in. She shares her memories.
Image: State funeral for Saparbek Kasmambet with soldiers holding portrait
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