Toponymic And Topographical Features Of Medieval Settlements In The Chach Oasis
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Chach Oasis, medieval settlements, toponymyAbstract
This article examines the toponymy and topography of settlements in the Chach Oasis during the 9th–12th centuries. Based on medieval written sources, it analyzes the historical names, locations, and development of towns and villages, with particular attention to Turkic and Sogdian toponyms.
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