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Altai Mountains
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Cultural Significance and Historical Context
Historically, the Altai Mountains have been central to the movements of various Turkic and Mongolic peoples. It is considered a sacred landscape by many local indigenous groups, often referred to as the "Spine of the World."
The region is famous for its Pazyryk culture burials, dating from the 5th to 3rd centuries $\mathrm{BC}$. These preserved remains, often found in […