About this experience
In the 1950s, an exciting discovery was made in the Tamgaly tract - a collection of petroglyphs from the Bronze and Iron Ages was discovered. Recently, this complex became the first monument of rock art in Central Asia to be included in the UNESCO list. In our small expedition, you will explore mysterious messages from the past, learn about the types and styles of drawings, and realize the sacred value of the valley.
❗ The complex is also known as Tamgaly, please do not confuse it with another tract - Tamgaly-Tas on the Ili River. It is located in a completely different place and is known primarily for the rock images of Buddha.
What to expect
Kazakhstan's historical heritage
Tamgaly is located 170 km from Almaty. Along the way, you will enjoy the picturesque natural landscapes of the Almaty region and learn about the ancient history of the area: you will find out which cultures left their mark here in the Bronze Age, early Iron Age, Middle Ages, and what finds researchers made in the valley of the tract in addition to the petroglyphs.
Ancient messages
On the territory of the complex, a real open-air art gallery will appear before you. We will consider the available and most vivid images, talk about the Saka 'animal style', and even analyze entire compositional plots. Special attention will be paid to the sacred status of Tamgaly, which has been preserved here for millennia. You will touch the mystery of the sun-headed deities, hear about the beliefs of ancient tribes, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a place where a person feels a completely special connection of times.
