Interview with Bakhtiyar Atalykov: about friendship with Mukagali Makatayev and the poet's great heritage
Published by : Милана
The guest from Shymkent is not just a vacationer of the Burabai Medical and Wellness Complex, but a close friend of the great Kazakh poet Mukagali Makatayev. Bakhtiyar Atalykov, a native of Shymkent, is undergoing rehabilitation at the Burabai branch of the Research Institute of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and shares personal memories of friendship that began in his student years.
During the conversation, he speaks with special trepidation about the creative legacy of the great Kazakh poet Mukagali Makatayev. According to him, Makatayev's poetry is the voice of the people, a reflection of sincere feelings, pain and love for the Motherland. He notes that the poet's works are filled with deep philosophical meaning, humanity and a special lyrical sincerity that resonates in the hearts of different generations.
Bakhtiyar Atalykov emphasizes that Mukagali Makatayev's life path was not easy: years of searching, internal struggle, and striving to be heard. Despite the difficulties, the poet remained faithful to his vocation and left an invaluable literary legacy, becoming a symbol of spiritual strength and dedication to art.
A special place in the interview is occupied by memories of friendship and personal meetings. Bakhtiyar Atalykov talks about the poet's human qualities - his openness, sincerity and amazing depth of soul. He shares stories about conversations filled with reflections on life, the purpose of man and the role of the poet in society. According to him, friendship with Mukagali Makatayev has become an important life lesson for him — an example of dedication to his principles and love for his native land.
The interview is filled with warmth, respect and sincere gratitude to the memory of the great poet. Bakhtiyar Atalykov notes that today, being in Burabay, surrounded by nature and silence, the depth and relevance of Makatayev's poetry is especially acutely felt, which continues to inspire, unite and strengthen the spiritual values of society.
During the conversation, he speaks with special trepidation about the creative legacy of the great Kazakh poet Mukagali Makatayev. According to him, Makatayev's poetry is the voice of the people, a reflection of sincere feelings, pain and love for the Motherland. He notes that the poet's works are filled with deep philosophical meaning, humanity and a special lyrical sincerity that resonates in the hearts of different generations.
Bakhtiyar Atalykov emphasizes that Mukagali Makatayev's life path was not easy: years of searching, internal struggle, and striving to be heard. Despite the difficulties, the poet remained faithful to his vocation and left an invaluable literary legacy, becoming a symbol of spiritual strength and dedication to art.
A special place in the interview is occupied by memories of friendship and personal meetings. Bakhtiyar Atalykov talks about the poet's human qualities - his openness, sincerity and amazing depth of soul. He shares stories about conversations filled with reflections on life, the purpose of man and the role of the poet in society. According to him, friendship with Mukagali Makatayev has become an important life lesson for him — an example of dedication to his principles and love for his native land.
The interview is filled with warmth, respect and sincere gratitude to the memory of the great poet. Bakhtiyar Atalykov notes that today, being in Burabay, surrounded by nature and silence, the depth and relevance of Makatayev's poetry is especially acutely felt, which continues to inspire, unite and strengthen the spiritual values of society.
