TUVAN FOLK CULTURE
Keywords:
Tuvan people, Tyva, national culture, nomadic lifestyle, Shamanism, Buddhism, Khoomei, ethnography, national character, traditional society.Abstract
This article analyzes the traditional culture of the Tuvan (Tyva) people, the factors shaping its formation, and its role in social and spiritual life. The study examines the Tuvan way of life, nomadic traditions, and religious beliefs, with particular emphasis on the interaction and synthesis of Shamanism and Tibetan Buddhism. It also considers the cultural significance of national music, especially the art of Khoomei throat singing. Based on historical-ethnographic and comparative analysis, the article reveals the distinctive features of Tuvan culture.
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