Tatars appearance. Appearance of Tatars from different regions: similarities, differences and features

The history of the scientific study of the physical appearance of the Tatars goes back more than a hundred years and its beginning dates back to the 70-80s of the 19th century, when in 1869 the Society of Natural Scientists was formed at Kazan University. The initiator of these studies was the famous scientist and teacher P.F. Lesgaft, who determined the importance of studying the anthropological composition of the peoples of the Middle Volga and Urals to clarify questions of their origin. The real embodiment of the ideas of P.F. Lesgaft was put into practice by the teacher of Kazan and then Tomsk University N.M. Maliev and his student S.M. Chugunov. The anthropological study of the population was accompanied by the collection of craniological (cranial) and paleoanthropological material with its subsequent use as a historical source on the problems of the ethnogenesis of local peoples. The works of these researchers laid the foundation and determined the main directions for future research in the field of ethnic anthropology of the Tatars (Alekseev, 1963).

The first work on the somatology of the Tatars was published in 1879, it describes the physical appearance of the Kasimov Tatars (Bezenger, 1879). In 1886, I. Blagovidov published materials on the anthropology of the Simbirsk Tatars, and in 1891, Yu. Talko-Grintsevich presented data on the Tatars of the Ufa province (Blagovidov, 1886 (g); Talko-Grintsevich, 1891). In 1904, A.A.’s doctoral dissertation was published. Sukharev on the study of the Tatars of the Kazan district (Sukharev, 1904). An article by M. Nikolsky (Nikolsky, 1912) is devoted to a more specific problem - about the pigmentation of the Tatars of Laishevsky district. The results of the study of the anthropology of the Volga-Ural Tatars in the pre-revolutionary period are summed up in a review article by M.M. Khomyakova (Khomyakov, 1915).

Research on the anthropology of the Siberian Tatars is connected with the activities of the Kazan anthropologists N.M., famous by that time. Malieva and S.M. Chugunov, transferred to Tomsk University. If N.M. Maliev was mainly engaged in anthropological examination of the local indigenous population, then S.M. Chugunov paid more attention to the study and collection of paleoanthropological and craniological material. The results of these works were reflected in 15 issues of “Materials on the Anthropology of Siberia,” published from 1893 to 1905 (Rozov, 1959). With the cessation of their scientific and pedagogical activity Research on the anthropology of the Siberian Tatars practically disappears and is random in nature (Debetz, 1948).

Anthropologically, the Astrakhan Tatars turned out to be poorly studied. From the works of the pre-revolutionary period in the travel notes of P.I. Nebolsin provides visual descriptions of the anthropological appearance of karagash, belonging to the Mongoloid type, and in the medical-statistical work of A. Dalinger, the height and chest circumference of the Tatars of Astrakhan were studied (Nebolsin, 1852; Dalinger, 1887).

The main conclusion of anthropological surveys late XIX- beginning of the 20th century a provision was made regarding the racial mix of the Tatars.

The next stage in the study of the anthropology of the Tatars is mainly associated with the many years of scientific activity of T.A. Trofimova. She was the first to conduct somatological studies of the main groups Tatar people according to a single method. So, in 1929-1936. within the framework of an anthropological expedition of the Institute of Anthropology of Moscow State University, a study of the physical appearance of the Volga-Ural Tatars was carried out (Trofimova, 1949).

In 1937, as part of the West Siberian expedition, she studied groups of Tobolsk and Baraba Tatars (Trofimova, 1947). The results of these expeditions were reflected in a number of articles and summarized in the monograph “Ethnogenesis of the Volga Tatars in the light of anthropological data”, where for the first time not only a comprehensive description of the physical appearance of the Tatars was given and the main anthropological types were identified, but also an attempt was made on the basis of the paleoanthropological materials available at that time trace the stages of racial genesis of the Tatars in close connection with ethnopolitical history (Trofimova, 1949). Unfortunately, in post-war years Research on the somatology of the Tatars practically ceased, not counting the incidental study of some groups of Mishars and Siberian Tatars (Alekseeva, 1963; Magb, 1970; Rozov, 1961). In connection with the expansion of archaeological work in these years, the emphasis of anthropological research shifted to the study of paleoanthropological material, which made it possible to outline in general terms the stages of the formation of the physical appearance of the Tatar people and identify its ethnogenetic origins (Trofimova, 1956; Akimova, 1964, 1968, 1973 ; Alekseev, 1969, 1971; Yablonsky, 1987; Bagashev, 1993;

In recent decades, along with traditional methods of anthropological research (somatology, craniology and paleoanthropology), research in dermatoglyphics, odontology, serology, genetics, etc. has become part of widespread practice. These methods, to one degree or another, have been tested in the study of all groups of Tatars for with the exception of Astrakhan (Rynkov, 1965; Khit, 1983, 1990; Efimova, Tomilov, 1990; Rafikova et al., 1990; Schneider et al., 1995).

Summarizing the results of more than a century of studying the anthropological appearance of the Tatars, we note their racial heterogeneity both within the main ethnic groups and between them, which probably reflects the specifics of their racial genesis and ethnogenetic connections. Thus, among the Volga-Ural Tatars there are four main anthropological types.

* Pontian type - characterized by mesocephaly, dark or mixed pigmentation of hair and eyes, high bridge of the nose, convex bridge of the nose, with a drooping tip and base, significant beard growth. Growth is average with an upward trend.

* Light Caucasoid type - characterized by subbrachycephaly, light pigmentation of hair and eyes, medium or high bridge of the nose with a straight bridge of the nose, a moderately developed beard, and average height. A whole series morphological features - the structure of the nose, the size of the face, pigmentation and a number of others - bring this type closer to the Pontic.

* Sublaponoid type (Volga-Kama) - characterized by meso-subbrachycephaly, mixed pigmentation of hair and eyes, wide and low nose bridge, weak beard growth and a low, medium-wide face with a tendency to flattening. Quite often there is a fold of the eyelid with weak development of the epicanthus.

* Mongoloid type (South Siberian) - characterized by brachycephaly, dark shades of hair and eyes, a wide and flattened face and a low bridge of the nose, frequent epicanthus and poor beard development. Height, on a Caucasian scale, is average.

Each of these types is not expressed in its pure form in any of the groups, but their reality within the Tatars is confirmed by the accumulation of signs of the corresponding types in individual territorial groups. Only the Caucasoid type with relatively light pigmentation does not have a distinct geographical localization within the Tatars and can only be assumed to be an admixture. According to T.A. Trofimova, among all studied Tatars, the dark Caucasoid (Pontic) type predominates (33.5%), then the light Caucasoid (27.5%), sublaponoid 24.5%) and, finally, the Mongoloid (14.5%) (Trofimova, 1949. P. 231).

When comparing data on the somatology of the Volga Tatars with those of neighboring peoples, a general typological similarity is revealed, differing in the degree of expression of individual types. Thus, the light Caucasoid type of Tatars is associated with the Mordovians-Erzeya, partly Mari, Udmurts, Chuvash and Russians. The sublaponoid type unites the Tatars with the Udmurts, Maris and some groups of Russians. The dark Caucasoid type of Pontic appearance can be traced among some groups of Mordovians-Moksha and partly among the southern Chuvash. The Mongoloid component of the South Siberian type, most pronounced among the Tatars of the Arsky region of Tatarstan, is observed only among the Turkic peoples of this region - the Chuvash and Bashkirs. Materials on dermatoglyphics, odontology, serology and genetics of the peoples of the Middle Volga and Urals also reveal common features in the racial genesis of the population of this region.

Thus, the formation of the anthropological appearance of the Volga-Ural Tatars and neighboring peoples took place in close ethnogenetic interaction, which had different directions and intensity depending on the specific historical situation in a given region.

The Middle Volga and Urals regions, occupying a geographically advantageous position between Europe and Asia, between forest and steppe and possessing rich biological resources, have since ancient times been a zone of contacts between peoples differing not only in origin, language and culture, but also in anthropological appearance. Thus, judging by the materials of paleoanthropology, the first contacts at the genetic level between the forest population (representatives of the Western variants of the Ural race) and the inhabitants of the steppe zone, generally characterized by a Caucasoid appearance, were recorded already in the Neolithic and Chalcolithic eras (Yablonsky, 1992). In the Bronze and Early Iron Ages, the region under study becomes the arena of migration flows moving both in the latitudinal and meridional directions. As a result of these migrations and extensive marriage ties between the local and newcomer populations, the formation of that anthropological type occurred, which stands out among the Volga Tatars as sublaponoid. This type in its various variants is the main one for the local Finnish-speaking population (Akimova, 1973; Efimova, 1991).

With the beginning of the Turkic era and the arrival of the Bulgarians in the Middle Volga, active ethnocultural and ethnogenetic relationships were observed between the Turkic-speaking tribes and the Finno-Ugric population within the framework of the newly formed state association - Volga Bulgaria. These assimilation processes, which lasted more than 300 years, on the eve of the Mongol conquest led to the formation of a new ethnic community - the Volga Bulgars.

Analyzing the craniological series of the Volga Bulgars of the pre-Mongol period, we can identify those morphological complexes that can subsequently be traced in the anthropological appearance of modern Volga Tatars. It should be said that identifying direct analogies between the anthropological type of the living population and the type determined from bone remains is not always correct (due to the incomparability of characteristics) and requires certain assumptions and special reservations. Thus, the mesocephalic dark Caucasian (Pontic) type, predominant among the Tatars, and especially among the Mishar Tatars, may be associated with the long-headed Caucasoid type, which was characteristic of the population of the Khazar Kaganate, living in the territory of the so-called Saltovo-Mayak culture. With the decline of the Khazar Kaganate, part of this settled Turkic-speaking population, mainly of Alan-Sarmatian origin, moved to the Middle Volga, where it became one of the main components of the Volga Bulgars and determined the craft and agricultural nature of the economy Volga Bulgaria. The Bulgarians themselves, connected by their origin with the Turkic-speaking tribes of Central Asia, Altai and Southern Siberia, who played a decisive military-political role in the formation of a number of state associations, including Volga Bulgaria, had a slightly different anthropological appearance. It was generally characterized by mixed Caucasoid types with the inclusion of Mongoloid elements of the South Siberian morphocomplex. This type can be traced in more later materials on the anthropology of the Volga Bulgars, being one of the main ones in its anthropological structure. Perhaps the minor Mongoloid component distinguished among the Volga Tatars comes from the early Bulgarians and later groups of the steppe population, mainly of Kipchak origin, which became part of the pre-Mongol Bulgars.

The sublaponoid and light Caucasoid components in the Volga Bulgars and Tatars are most likely associated with the local Finno-Ugric population. If the sublaponoid (subural) type is characteristic primarily of the population of the Kama-Ural origins, then the light Caucasoid type was most likely common among the western and northwestern groups of the ancient Finnish population, which were actively in contact with the ancient Baltic and Slavic tribes. It is possible that the Caucasian population with light pigmentation penetrated into the territory of Volga Bulgaria from the northern regions Ancient Rus' and from the ancient Russian principalities as part of military squads, traders and artisans, who subsequently dissolved in the local Turkic-speaking environment.

The conquest of the Volga Bulgaria by the Mongols and its entry into the Golden Horde did not make fundamental changes in the physical appearance of the Volga Bulgars and neighboring peoples. At the same time, the influence of the Golden Horde on the course of ethnogenetic processes in the Middle Volga region and the Urals was expressed in the purposeful policy of the Khan’s administration to regulate migration flows, which could not but affect the relationship between various anthropological components. In particular, there was a slight increase in the Mongoloid admixture of the South Siberian appearance during the Golden Horde period and among the Turkic-speaking population of the Middle Volga region and the Urals.

The few anthropological materials on the era of the Kazan Khanate and subsequent periods also indicate the Caucasoid basis of the Kazan Tatars and their genetic proximity to the previous, Bulgar population (Efimova, 1991, p. 72; Alekseeva, 1971, p. 254).

Thus, the anthropological structure of the Tatars of the Middle Volga region and the Urals took shape in its main features back in pre-Mongol times, within the framework of Volga Bulgaria. The main factor in racial formation was miscegenation between the newcomer, Turkic-speaking and local, Finno-Ugric-speaking population. Political, economic, cultural and especially linguistic changes that occurred in the Middle Volga during the Golden Horde period and subsequent historical eras, did not make significant changes in the racial appearance of the local peoples. At the same time, the ratio of anthropological types distinguished among the Volga-Ural Tatars was not always the same and varied depending on the specific historical situation in a given region over the last millennium.

Among the Tatars of Western Siberia, several stand out racial types. Thus, the Ural type (Mongoloid, with Caucasoid features) is the main one for all groups of Siberian Tatars occupying the northern area of their residence, and as a component can be traced among the more southern Tatars. The Mongoloid type of South Siberian appearance is characteristic primarily of the Tatars of the Barabinsk steppe and is observed as an admixture in almost all Siberian Tatars, tending to increase in the southern, steppe groups and to decrease in the northern, forest groups. The Mongoloid component of the Central Asian type was recorded only among the Baraba Tatars, and the peculiar, so-called Chulym type was noted only among some groups of the Tobolsk and Tomsk Tatars. And finally, the Caucasoid type (according to T.A. Trofimova, the Pontic appearance) is more manifested among urban residents and to a lesser extent among rural residents.

According to the main racial diagnostic characteristics, the Siberian Tatars occupy an intermediate position between the population of the forest zone of Western Siberia (representatives of the Ural anthropological type) and the Turkic-speaking population of Southern Siberia and Altai-Sayan (representatives of the South Siberian morphotype). Different ratios of anthropological types in racial composition separate groups Siberian Tatars may indicate both their different genetic origins and character genetic connections with the surrounding peoples.

Judging by linguistic data and materials from archeology, ethnography and written sources, the closest historical ancestors of the Siberian Tatars were the Kipchak Turkic-speaking tribes, some of which at the end of the 1st millennium AD. mastered the modern habitats of the main groups of Siberian Tatars, entering into various relationships with the local aboriginal population. The penetration of Turkic-speaking elements into the local environment continued at a later time (Valeev F.T., 1993; Konikov, 1982). However, paleoanthropological and craniological materials from the territory of settlement of the Siberian Tatars paint a slightly different picture of the formation of their anthropological type (Bagashev, 1993).

Identified among the Siberian Tatars as the main Ural anthropological type, the so-called Chulym type may be associated with the local Ugric and Samoyed aboriginal population. The South Siberian Mongoloid component was apparently introduced by the steppe tribes of the Kipchak circle and later groups of Turkic-speaking populations from Southern Siberia and Altai. Mongoloid features of Central Asian origin, traced among the Baraba Tatars, are probably a consequence of close contacts between this group of Tatars and Kalmyks during the 17th century. (Trofimova, 1947. P. 209). The strengthening of Caucasoid features among the Siberian Tatars is the result of mixing with the Volga-Ural Tatars and people from Central Asia, the so-called Bukharians.

Thus, the formation of the anthropological appearance of the Siberian Tatars was based on the local substrate, on which throughout the 2nd millennium AD. an alien component of various ethnogenetic origins was layered. The participation of this component in the raceogenesis of the Siberian Tatars was not always and everywhere the same, but in general there was a tendency towards its decrease from south to north. The Turkization of the local region, which took place within the framework of the Kimak Khaganate, the Golden Horde and the Siberian Khanate, was not necessarily accompanied by a massive resettlement of Turkic tribes and was probably limited to the political, economic and cultural-ideological impact on the local population.

Among the Astrakhan Tatars, T.A. Trofimova identified three anthropological types - Mongoloid South Siberian, Mongoloid Central Asian and Caucasian. If the South Siberian type can be traced among the Volga-Ural Tatars as an admixture, and among the Siberian Tatars as an independent component, then among the Karagash it is the main one. The remaining types are almost absent in their pure form and are noted only as admixtures (Trofimova, 1949).

Judging by linguistic data and historical sources, Karagash before moving to the Lower Volga steppes at the end of the 18th century. were part of a conglomerate of Nogai tribes, the origin of which is closely connected with the Kipchak population of the era of the development of the southern Russian steppes, the Golden Horde, and then the Nogai Horde (Ars-lanov, Victorin, 1995). Anthropological and paleoanthropological materials do not contradict this. Thus, among all groups of Nogais, the same anthropological types were identified as among the Karagash (Trofimova, 1949). The slight difference is explained by the concentration of Caucasian characteristics. Compared to the Nogais, the Karagash are more Caucasian, which is probably due to their late contacts with the surrounding Caucasian population, Tatar migrants from the Volga and Urals regions and immigrants from Central Asia. It is possible that the Caucasoid admixture of the Nogais and Karagash genetically goes back to the local Caucasian population, which was included in the Turkic-speaking tribes when they moved from east to west. Mongoloid features of Central Asian origin, traced among the Karagash and, to a greater extent, among the Nogais, may be the result of the raceogenesis of the South Siberian type (a mixture of Caucasoid and Mongoloid types, with the latter prevailing), the influence of the Mongoloid population within the Golden Horde and later connections with the Kalmyks (Trofimova, 1949). Thus, the formation of the anthropological appearance of one of the groups of Astrakhan Tatars is based on the South Siberian Mongoloid type, characteristic of the Turkic-speaking population of the Eurasian steppes.

Summarizing the above, we note that the territorial location of individual anthropological types within the Volga-Ural and Siberian Tatars reflects the nature of the ethnogenetic connections between the newcomer Turkic-speaking and the local, basically Finno-Ugric, population. The most active genetic interaction between these components occurs within the framework of early feudal state entities- Volga Bulgaria and Kimak Kaganate. The formation of the anthropological type of the Astrakhan Tatars is directly related to the formation of the South Siberian Mongoloid type, which occurred during the era of the first Turkic Khaganates to the east of their modern habitat. Subsequent move historical events did not make significant changes to the anthropological structure of the population. Thus, the formation of the physical appearance of the Tatar people was completed basically long before their current ethnic formation.

What unites the Tatars of Russia racially? Firstly, the South Siberian and Caucasian anthropological types, distinguished among all ethnographic groups of Tatars. If the first type is largely connected with the early history of the Turks, then the second - with the later stages of the ethnogenesis of the Tatar people. Secondly, interregional and interethnic marriage ties of the Tatars lead to the leveling of their physical identity among the surrounding peoples, primarily the Russians, which is real story our and future days.

Every nation has its own distinctive features, which make it possible to determine a person’s nationality almost without errors. It is worth noting that Asian peoples are very similar to each other, since they are all descendants of the Mongoloid race.

How can you identify a Tatar? How do Tatars look different?

Uniqueness

Without a doubt, every person is unique, regardless of nationality. And yet there are certain common features that unite representatives of a race or nationality. Tatars are usually classified as members of the so-called Altai family. This is a Turkic group. The ancestors of the Tatars were known as farmers. Unlike other representatives of the Mongoloid race, the Tatars do not have a bright pronounced features appearance

The appearance of the Tatars and the changes that are now manifested in them are largely caused by assimilation with Slavic peoples. Indeed, among the Tatars they sometimes find fair-haired, sometimes even red-haired representatives. This, for example, cannot be said about the Uzbeks, Mongols or Tajiks. Do Tatar eyes have any special characteristics? They do not necessarily have narrow eyes and dark skin. Are there any common features of the appearance of Tatars?

Description of the Tatars: a little history

The Tatars are among the most ancient and populous ethnic groups. In the Middle Ages, mentions of them excited everyone around: in the east of the shores Pacific Ocean and to the Atlantic coast. A variety of scientists included references to this people in their works. The mood of these notes was clearly polar: some wrote with rapture and admiration, while other scientists showed fear. But everyone had one thing in common - no one remained indifferent. It is quite obvious that it was the Tatars who had a huge influence on the course of development of Eurasia. They managed to create a unique civilization that influenced the most different cultures.

Ethnic groups

Thanks to the works of anthropologists, it became known that the ancestors of the Tatars were not only representatives of the Mongoloid race, but also Europeans. It was this factor that determined the diversity in appearance. Moreover, the Tatars themselves are usually divided into groups: Crimean, Ural, Volga-Siberian, South Kama. The Volga-Siberian Tatars, whose facial features have the greatest characteristics of the Mongoloid race, are distinguished by the following characteristics: dark hair, pronounced cheekbones, brown eyes, a wide nose, a fold above the upper eyelid. Representatives of this type are few in number.

The face of the Volga Tatars is oblong, the cheekbones are not too pronounced. The eyes are large and gray (or brown). Nose with a hump, oriental type. The physique is correct. In general, the men of this group are quite tall and hardy. Their skin is not dark. This is the appearance of the Tatars from the Volga region.

Kazan Tatars: appearance and customs

The appearance of the Kazan Tatars is described as follows: strongly built strong man. The Mongols have a wide oval face and a slightly narrowed eye shape. The neck is short and strong. Men rarely wear a thick beard. Such features are explained by the fusion of Tatar blood with various Finnish nationalities.

The marriage ceremony is not like a religious event. From religiosity - only reading the first chapter of the Koran and a special prayer. After marriage, a young girl does not immediately move into her husband’s house: she will live with her family for another year. It is curious that her newly-made husband comes to her as a guest. Tatar girls are ready to wait for their lover.

Only a few have two wives. And in cases where this happens, there are reasons: for example, when the first is already old, and the second, younger, now runs the household.

The most common Tatars are of the European type, with light brown hair and light eyes. The nose is narrow, aquiline or hump-shaped. The height is short, for women it is about 165 cm.

Peculiarities

Some features were noticed in the character of a Tatar man: hard work, cleanliness and hospitality border on stubbornness, pride and indifference. Respect for elders is what especially distinguishes the Tatars. It was noted that representatives of this people tend to be guided by reason, adapt to the situation, and are law-abiding. In general, the synthesis of all these qualities, especially hard work and perseverance, makes a Tatar man very purposeful. Such people are able to achieve success in their careers. They finish their work and have a habit of getting their way.

A purebred Tatar strives to acquire new knowledge, showing enviable perseverance and responsibility. Crimean Tatars have a special indifference and calmness in stressful situations. Tatars are very curious and talkative, but during work they remain stubbornly silent, apparently so as not to lose concentration.

One of characteristic features&mdash, self-esteem. It manifests itself in the fact that the Tatar considers himself special. As a result, there is a certain arrogance and even arrogance.

Cleanliness sets Tatars apart. They do not tolerate disorder and dirt in their homes. Moreover, this does not depend on financial capabilities - both rich and poor Tatars zealously monitor cleanliness.

My home &mdash, your home

Tatars are very hospitable people. We are ready to host a person, regardless of his status, faith or nationality. Even with modest incomes, they show warm hospitality, ready to share a modest dinner with a guest.

Tatar women are distinguished by their great curiosity. They are attracted by beautiful clothes, they watch with interest people of other nationalities, and follow fashion. Tatar women are very attached to their home and devote themselves to raising children.

Tatar women

What an amazing creation - Tatar woman! In her heart lies the immeasurable deepest love to your loved ones, to your children. Its purpose is to bring peace to people, to serve as a model of peacefulness and morality. A Tatar woman is distinguished by a sense of harmony and special musicality. She radiates a certain spirituality and nobility of soul. Inner world Tatars are full of riches!

Tatar girls with youth aimed at a strong, long-lasting marriage. After all, they want to love their husband and raise future children behind solid walls of reliability and trust. No wonder the Tatar proverb says: “A woman without a husband is like a horse without a bridle!” The husband’s word is law for her. Although witty Tatar women complement &mdash, any law, however, has its own amendment! And yet these are devoted women who sacredly honor traditions and customs. However, don’t expect to see a Tatar woman in a black burqa, this is a stylish lady who has a sense of self-esteem.

The appearance of the Tatars is very well-groomed. Fashionistas have stylized items in their wardrobe that highlight their nationality. For example, there are shoes that imitate chitek - national leather boots that Tatar girls wear. Another example of &mdash, appliqué, where patterns convey the stunning beauty of the earth's flora.

What's on the table?

A Tatar woman is a wonderful hostess, loving and hospitable. By the way, a little about the kitchen. The national cuisine of the Tatars is quite predictable in that the basis of the main dishes is often dough and fat. Even a lot of dough, a lot of fat! Of course, this is far from the healthiest diet, although guests are usually offered exotic dishes: kazylyk (or dried horse meat), gubadia (a layer cake with a wide variety of fillings, from cottage cheese to meat), talkysh-kalev (an incredibly high-calorie dessert from flour, butter and honey). You can wash down all this rich treat with ayran (a mixture of katyk and water) or traditional tea.

Like Tatar men, women are distinguished by their determination and perseverance in achieving their goals. Overcoming difficulties, they show ingenuity and resourcefulness. All this is complemented by great modesty, generosity and kindness. Truly, a Tatar woman is a wonderful gift from above!

APPEARANCE OF THE TATAR. HOW TO DISTINGUISH TATAR. FACIAL FEATURES Each nation has its own distinctive features, which make it possible to determine a person’s nationality almost without error. It is worth noting that Asian peoples are very similar to each other, since they are all descendants of the Mongoloid race. How can you identify a Tatar? How do Tatars look different?

Uniqueness Without a doubt, every person is unique, regardless of nationality. And yet there are certain common features that unite representatives of a race or nationality. Tatars are usually classified as members of the so-called Altai family. This is a Turkic group. The ancestors of the Tatars were known as farmers. Unlike other representatives of the Mongoloid race, Tatars do not have pronounced appearance features. The appearance of the Tatars and the changes that are now manifested in them are largely caused by assimilation with the Slavic peoples. Indeed, among the Tatars they sometimes find fair-haired, sometimes even red-haired representatives. This, for example, cannot be said about the Uzbeks, Mongols or Tajiks. Do Tatar eyes have any special characteristics? They do not necessarily have narrow eyes and dark skin. Are there any common features of the appearance of Tatars?

Description of the Tatars: a little history The Tatars are among the most ancient and populous ethnic groups. In the Middle Ages, mentions of them excited everyone around: in the east from the shores of the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic coast. A variety of scientists included references to this people in their works. The mood of these notes was clearly polar: some wrote with rapture and admiration, while other scientists showed fear. But one thing united everyone - no one remained indifferent. It is quite obvious that it was the Tatars who had a huge influence on the course of development of Eurasia. They managed to create a distinctive civilization that influenced a variety of cultures.

The history of the Tatar people has had both ups and downs. Periods of peace were followed by brutal times of bloodshed. The ancestors of modern Tatars took part in the creation of several strong states at once. Despite all the vicissitudes of fate, they managed to preserve both their people and their identity. Ethnic groups Thanks to the works of anthropologists, it became known that the ancestors of the Tatars were not only representatives of the Mongoloid race, but also Europeans. It was this factor that determined the diversity in appearance. Moreover, the Tatars themselves are usually divided into groups: Crimean, Ural, Volga-Siberian, South Kama. The Volga-Siberian Tatars, whose facial features have the greatest characteristics of the Mongoloid race, are distinguished by the following characteristics: dark hair, pronounced cheekbones, brown eyes, a wide nose, a fold above the upper eyelid. Representatives of this type are few in number. The face of the Volga Tatars is oblong, the cheekbones are not too pronounced. The eyes are large and gray (or brown). Nose with a hump, oriental type. The physique is correct. In general, the men of this group are quite tall and hardy. Their skin is not dark. This is the appearance of the Tatars from the Volga region.

Kazan Tatars: appearance and customs The appearance of the Kazan Tatars is described as follows: a strongly built, strong man. The Mongols have a wide oval face and a slightly narrowed eye shape. The neck is short and strong. Men rarely wear a thick beard. Such features are explained by the fusion of Tatar blood with various Finnish nationalities. The marriage ceremony is not like a religious event. From religiosity - only reading the first chapter of the Koran and a special prayer. After marriage, a young girl does not immediately move into her husband’s house: she will live with her family for another year. It is curious that her newly-made husband comes to her as a guest. Tatar girls are ready to wait for their lover. Only a few have two wives. And in cases where this happens, there are reasons: for example, when the first one is already old, and the second one, younger, now runs the household. The most common Tatars are of the European type - owners of light brown hair and light eyes. The nose is narrow, aquiline or hump-shaped. The height is not tall - for women it is about 165 cm. Features Some features were noticed in the character of a Tatar man: hard work, cleanliness and hospitality border on stubbornness, pride and indifference. Respect for elders is what especially distinguishes the Tatars. It was noted that representatives of this people tend to be guided by reason, adapt to the situation, and are law-abiding. In general, the synthesis of all these qualities, especially hard work and perseverance, makes a Tatar man very purposeful. Such people are able to achieve success in their careers. They finish their work and have a habit of getting their way. A purebred Tatar strives to acquire new knowledge, showing enviable perseverance and responsibility. Crimean Tatars have a special indifference and calmness in stressful situations. Tatars are very curious and talkative, but during work they remain stubbornly silent, apparently so as not to lose concentration.

One of the characteristic features is self-esteem. It manifests itself in the fact that the Tatar considers himself special. As a result, there is a certain arrogance and even arrogance. Cleanliness sets Tatars apart. They do not tolerate disorder and dirt in their homes. Moreover, this does not depend on financial capabilities - both rich and poor Tatars zealously monitor cleanliness. My home is your home. The Tatars are very hospitable people. We are ready to host a person, regardless of his status, faith or nationality. Even with modest incomes, they show warm hospitality, ready to share a modest dinner with a guest. Tatar women are distinguished by their great curiosity. They are attracted by beautiful clothes, they watch with interest people of other nationalities, and follow fashion. Tatar women are very attached to their home and devote themselves to raising children. Tatar women What an amazing creation - a Tatar woman! In her heart lies immeasurable, deepest love for her loved ones, for her children. Its purpose is to bring peace to people, to serve as a model of peacefulness and morality. A Tatar woman is distinguished by a sense of harmony and special musicality. She radiates a certain spirituality and nobility of soul. The inner world of a Tatar woman is full of riches!

Tatar girls from a young age are aimed at a strong, long-lasting marriage. After all, they want to love their husband and raise future children behind solid walls of reliability and trust. No wonder the Tatar proverb says: “A woman without a husband is like a horse without a bridle!” Her husband's word is law for her. Although witty Tatar women complement - for any law, however, there is an amendment! And yet these are devoted women who sacredly honor traditions and customs. However, don’t expect to see a Tatar woman in a black burqa - this is a stylish lady who has a sense of self-esteem. The appearance of the Tatars is very well-groomed. Fashionistas have stylized items in their wardrobe that highlight their nationality. For example, there are shoes that imitate chitek - national leather boots worn by Tatar girls. Another example is appliques, where patterns convey the stunning beauty of the earth's flora. What's on the table? A Tatar woman is a wonderful hostess, loving and hospitable. By the way, a little about the kitchen. The national cuisine of the Tatars is quite predictable in that the basis of the main dishes is often dough and fat. Even a lot of dough, a lot of fat! Of course, this is far from the healthiest diet, although guests are usually offered exotic dishes: kazylyk (or dried horse meat), gubadia (a layer cake with a wide variety of fillings, from cottage cheese to meat), talkysh-kalev (an incredibly high-calorie dessert from flour, butter and honey). You can wash down all this rich treat with ayran (a mixture of katyk and water) or traditional tea.

They appeared as a separate nation approximately in the 15th century. Before this, various tribes and peoples lived on the territory of the peninsula, from which this nationality was formed. Now the appearance of the Tatars barely resembles what it was 500 years ago. Moreover, people living in different countries and regions are completely different from each other.

Representatives of this nation live mainly in the south of Ukraine, Russia, Romania, Turkey and Uzbekistan (where they were deported en masse from Crimea in the middle of the last century). In connection with this resettlement, the Crimean Tatars (whose appearance at that time was mostly close to the Slavic) were forced to live side by side with Asian peoples, as a result of which many national characteristics were lost.

Now, after returning to their historical homeland (at the end of the last century they began to return to Crimea), these people are trying to revive their traditions. But not only cultural and historical values were lost in exile, the appearance of the Tatars also changed. “Pure-blooded” representatives of this nation are those with light (often blond or red) hair, light eyes and skin. However, having mixed with the Uzbeks and other representatives of eastern peoples, many Tatars became dark-skinned, brown-eyed, with dark hair and a characteristic Asian appearance.

Despite this outward difference, life away from home did not lead to significant internal strife. Now, like decades ago, Crimean Tatars try to live together, children in families are raised taking into account traditional morality and religion (most of them profess Islam), mutual assistance and support.

Despite the fact that Tatar youth do not observe some rituals and their behavior is increasingly similar to Europeans, the main traditions (respect for elders, holidays, weddings and some other events) still retain their originality. Of course, the appearance of Tatars now differs little from the appearance of representatives of other nationalities: women do not wear clothes, despite belonging to Islam, they allow themselves to use cosmetics, wear revealing outfits and attend various events alone (which was absolutely unacceptable just a few decades ago).

But all this mainly concerns residents of large cities; in remote settlements and the outback of the Crimean steppes, many people live completely differently than in the city, including the Tatars. The appearance (of a man, a woman, a child) is more reminiscent of those representatives of the nation who lived in the last century. Girls behave more modestly, children behave more obediently. In many villages, all traditions are observed with pinpoint precision, including fasting and holidays, weddings and funerals.

From a geographical point of view, representatives of this people are divided into mountain-foothill (Tatlar), steppe (Nogai) and south-coast (Bolyu). The appearance of the Tatars also depends on this affiliation. Thus, Nogai have a more pronounced Asian dense physique and short stature. The Tatlars are more similar to the Slavs - they are light-skinned and tall. As for the Boylu, they are, as a rule, dark-skinned, but taller than the Nogais and Tatlars, their facial features are more pleasant, although large. Currently, representatives of all three directions are so mixed that a clear boundary between them no longer exists.

Tell me clear signs of Tatar appearance! The guy calls me Tatar all the time! I don't like it!

Signs of a Tatar - they, the Tatars, don’t care
And yes, they look like a Tatar.
Find yourself another guy.
Out of sight, out of mind!
But I’m Tatar myself, so what?
brown eyes, narrow eyes, dark hair
dark hair and brown eyes. if so, feel free to call the guy a descendant of Genghisgan. 😉
As a rule, a slightly square figure, dark hair, a somewhat wide and rounded face, a slight squinting of the eyes.
Where I live, guys often call girls Tatars out of love, for some minor shortcomings, which, by the way, do not spoil them!!
dye your hair white-and stop calling her Tatar
Tatar women are beautiful... I was in Kazan - I admired

Pontic type - characterized by mesocephaly, dark or
mixed pigmentation of hair and eyes, high bridge of the nose, convex bridge of the nose,
with a drooping tip and base, significant beard growth. Average height
upward trend.

Light Caucasian type - characterized by subbrachycephaly,
light pigmentation of hair and eyes, medium or high nose bridge with straight
bridge of the nose, medium-developed beard, average height. A whole range of morphological
features - the structure of the nose, the size of the face, pigmentation and a number of others - brings together
this type with Pontic.

Sublaponoid type (Volga-Kama) - characterized by
meso-subbrachycephaly, mixed pigmentation of hair and eyes, wide and low
bridge of the nose, short, medium-wide face with a tendency to
flatness. Quite often there is a fold of the eyelid with poor development
epicanthus.

Mongoloid type (South Siberian) - characterized by
brachycephaly, dark shades of hair and eyes, a wide and flattened face and
low nose bridge, often found with epicanthus.
Height, on a Caucasian scale, is average.

Tatars are a flexible concept. Here are the Bulgars (they are also classified as Tatars), for example, blue-eyed and fair-haired. So...
Tatar women are sooo beautiful if he calls you that in a good way be proud of it) And if not, then don’t insult other peoples, just say I know that I’m a beautiful Tatar)
But about the appearance)
On my mother’s side, all the Tatars are purebred, believe me, they look like everyone else and you can’t tell them apart from Russians, but at least there is a little difference, a person probably won’t understand, but NOW Tatars can be understood by their patronymic or surname. And so, all Tatars have dark hair (black, dark blond) do not confuse with light blond, the eyes of the Tatars are not narrow (this is just a myth, narrow among the Mongols, Chinese, Buryats, Japanese, those who lived in the steppes since ancient times, as well as among the NATIVE Bashkirs, but now you rarely see them), the eyes of the Tatars are mostly brown or gray-green (dark) (there are no blue eyes), the skin is no different, the only thing I can say is an even skin tone. NOT BE CONFUSED with the Tatar-Mongols (they weren’t there), but I’ve also heard this, it’s not true, I say again, the Mongols are Mongols! Tatars are Tatars! They have no admixture with this!!! You can even tell by looking at your eyes! Oh, that’s not what we’re talking about...sorry) If you find something else interesting, write something else)
and you call him a Jew or a Yakut
Hello Tatars!!! So who are the Tatars? Mongols? Turks? Chyurki? Who doesn't sculpt anything? This is probably the first time you’ve read this here, but I’ll tell you who the Tatars are. A long time ago, when Rus' was baptized, with fire and sword, before the Russian lands adopted Christianity, there was the Vedic faith, from the word Vedat, to know, subsequently those who spread Christianity began to densely destroy everything history books who told all peoples about their history, about their gods and roots. The last remnants of these books and those who carried information about their births. peoples, and ancestors were burned at the stake of the Inquisition, Remember the witch hunts. Hollywood shows everything there so beautifully and falsely in its films. so here it is. When crusades began to displace peoples who had a different faith, the priests called them pagan, but in the old Slavic languages, Yaziche is a representative of the people, and Pagan is a representative of a foreign people, Yaziche-no (Pagan-nik). They all mixed up, confused, desecrated. So, in those territories there lived both Slavs and Aryans, Slavic-Aryans. And these peoples had their own gods, Veles, Perun, Svarog, Tarkh and Tara. And each nation seemed to be protected by its own god, and so, those peoples who were under the patronage of Tarkh and Tara were mainly of the Aryan branch, and then among those tribes-peoples they were called Tartars, Tarkh-Aryans, Tartars, Later pseudo-scientists working to destroy the truth and in our time they began to cloud the brains of all Tatars and other nations. The Aryans had brown eyes, which is why they call such eyes brown (To the Aryans), but the color of the eyes was different too, green, blue, indigo. That is why Bulgars, Bashkirs, Tatars have blue eyes, and they are light and cannot be distinguished from Russians, because they have the same roots, gloriously Aryan. But for so many hundreds of years, peoples got in the way, so there is different types, slanted, narrow eyes, but this is all hundreds of years later. I can imagine the heart-rending screams of many, but this is something that you did not know, did not read, or was hidden from you. Open the Internet, there is a lot of information there. I recommend watching the films GAMES OF THE GODS, everything is explained there very well. All events in the world in those distant times are described in fairy tales of all nations. The oldest are myths ancient Greece, there were many gods there, and that’s a fact. And this is not fiction... Russian fairy tales tell a lot of things, all the information is encrypted there and passed on according to their family, so that those who destroyed all the books and the memory of peoples long ago would not get to the last, so the people hid and encrypted everything in fairy tales and for children they told us, but the memory of the soul remembers everything on its own. Now everyone is telling us that everything is from Adam and Eve, and that’s all. Well, think for yourself... stupidity. Sincerely.