Tarbagatai district
The Shimaily petroglyphs form a complex of rock engravings that includes over nine locations and a Bronze Age burial site in the Moldazhar area. Within this microregion, several small hills with outcrops of heavily patinated bedrock are found. More than nine such hills are known, some of which have specific names. One of these hills, the highest, is locally known as Sardongal. This hill contains the largest concentration of unique petroglyphs, and this complex is designated as Shimaily-I (Figures 1-3).
The height of the Shimaily-I hill is 1363 meters above sea level, with geographical coordinates of N 47°41'49.7"; E 081°40'25.2". The petroglyphs are carved into the surfaces of bedrock outcrops, which in some cases form veins, as well as on individual boulders, especially on the slopes of the hill. These petroglyphs can be roughly divided into several groups. The earliest phase of the early nomads' history is represented by depictions of deer with beak-like faces, large eyes, and short legs. There are also figures executed in a realistic animal style, characterized by richly decorated antlers and elegant posturing on the tips of hooves. Additionally, among the petroglyphs are images of horseback riders, which significantly differ in style from ancient Turkic counterparts. These images are believed to date to the "Hun-Sarmatian period." This is supported by the characteristic depiction of horse legs, shown moving in a trot rather than a gallop. This style resembles the gait of pacers, where all four legs are depicted spreading out at sharp angles from a single point.
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The Manyrak petroglyphs are located at an altitude of 872 meters above sea level (geographical coordinates: N 47°24'09.95", E 83°53'20.10"). Approximately 3 kilometers southeast of the village of Manyrak, on a hill to the left of the road leading to the Shilikti Valley, rock engravings, including ancient Turkic symbols, have been discovered.
The early Iron Age symbols are represented by depictions of animals in the animal style, as well as anthropomorphic figures and images of horse riders (Figures 1-3). These images reflect the distinctive characteristics of the artistic culture of that period.
The archaeological site is temporally stratified. The stones show clear signs of erosion and weathering, with visible cracks and lichen growth on their surface. These factors indicate prolonged exposure to natural conditions, which significantly complicates the precise interpretation of the petroglyphs.
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The Arganaty petroglyphs are located at an altitude of 1011 meters above sea level. The geographical coordinates are N 47°27'19.96", E 83°27'22.80". They are situated in the Tarbagatai District, approximately 5–6 kilometers northeast of the village of Kuiğan, near a wintering site and about 300 meters from the base of the mountain. The petroglyphs are carved on the western side of a granite rock on a flat surface (Figures 1-4). The majority of the images are related to hunting scenes, including depictions of wild goats with spiral-shaped horns, hunting with bows, and the pursuit of wild animals with dogs. Nearby stones also feature anthropomorphic figures as well as images of mountain goats and horses.
The monument is located in a mountain range that stretches east to west along the Lasty River. This area is divided into "Zhaksy Arganaty" and "Zhaman Arganaty." Locals also refer to them as "Basky Arganaty," "Ortangy Arganaty," and "Ayaqky Arganaty." According to M. Kashgari's dictionary, the name of the mountain range, Arganaty, originates from the combination of the words "argu" and "qanat."
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