During the solemn ceremony the Head of the State noted that a new architectural monument “Тәуелсіздіктің 25 жылдығы” (25th Anniversary of Independence) opens on the first day of the nationwide celebration of Independence anniversary.
- This soaring massive stele symbolizes the unprecedented rise of our country for the past quarter of a century and a desire to be among the thirty most developed countries in the world. Each of its 25 facets is a symbolic image of each year in the modern history of independent Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev said.
The President of Kazakhstan has expressed confidence that the monument will take a special place among the country’s major architectural landmarks.
- It continues the unified historical line of the first Independence Monument opened in Almaty on Kazakhstan’s fifth anniversary, "Baiterek" monument, "Kazakh Eli" memorial complex standing for the capital city’s symbol and "Mangilik El" Arc de Triomphe, built for the 20th anniversary of Independence, the Head of the State said.
Nursultan Nazarbayev has stated that the new attraction of Astana will be another place of pilgrimage for residents and guests.
- The monument’s symbolism is associated with its placement on the territory of "EXPO-2017" trade show, which is to be visited by millions of visitors, the President of Kazakhstan said.
The President also noted the capital city’s increasingly larger role in the progressive growth of independent Kazakhstan.
- In the future, Astana will bewilder not only us but the entire Eurasian continent as a whole; it will be the attraction center of science and culture, and people will live in a convenient and comfortable city, Nursultan Nazarbayev said.
The President of Kazakhstan emphasized that “Тәуелсіздіктің 25 жылдығы” monument is a gift for the whole country and its capital, expressing his appreciation to the authors of sketch ideas, architects and builders with the successful completion of the object.
In conclusion, the Head of the State congratulated all compatriots on the Independence anniversary and wished prosperity, peace and harmony.
