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1. Ancient History and Culture of
Kyrgyzstan
(1000 BC – 300 AD)
Expanded version with diagrams

2. Geographic and Early Cultural
Background
• • Central Asian nomadic tribes
• • Tian Shan region
• • Early trade routes
• • Pastoral economy

3. Saka (Scythian) Influence
• • Horse warfare
• • Kurgan burial mounds
• • Animal-style art
• • Metal craftsmanship

4. Early Kyrgyz Tribes
• • Mentioned in Chinese chronicles
• • Yenisei region origins
• • Noted for archery and nomadism

5. Xiongnu Empire
• • Major political force in Central Asia
• • Conflicts and alliances with Kyrgyz tribes

6. Cultural Elements
• • Nomadic heritage
• • Shamanism and Tengri cult
• • Early epic storytelling
• • Petroglyph traditions

7. Timeline Diagram

8. Cultural Influence Diagram