World's Largest & Smallest Khomuses on Display in Yakutsk's Unique Museum
Yakutsk, the world's coldest city, houses a unique museum dedicated to the khomus, or jaw harp. This traditional Yakut instrument is celebrated annually on November 30th, the Day of the Khomus. The museum boasts an impressive collection of over 1800 instruments, including the largest and smallest khomuses in the world.
The museum's centrepiece is the world's largest khomus, crafted by Alexander Danilov. Standing at 98 cm tall with a tongue length of 106 cm, it's a testament to the artist's skill. The khomus, a simple yet versatile art form, can express a wide range of human emotions.
Also on display are three 'Mini' khomuses, including the world's smallest, measuring a mere 0.8 cm. These tiny instruments were created by Nikolay Neustruev. The Yakuts, the native people of Yakutia, consider the khomus a sacred object, treating it as a living entity. Historians trace the jaw harp's origins back to ancient times, with some believing it was played as far back as the era of the Egyptian pyramids or even Atlantis.
The Khomus Museum in Yakutsk is a treasure trove for music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. It's a place where the ancient meets the miniature, where art and tradition intertwine. Visitors can marvel at the largest and smallest khomuses in the world, each a testament to human creativity and ingenuity.
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