Tannu-Tuva is a historical name for the region now known as the Republic of Tuva, a federal subject of the Russian Federation. In the past, Tannu-Tuva existed as an independent state and was influenced by various empires and nations.
Historical Context
Ancient Times: The territory of Tuva was inhabited by nomadic tribes, including Scythians, Xiongnu, and Turks. At different times, it was part of the Uyghur Khaganate, the Mongol Empire, and other large states.
Chinese Influence: In the 18th century, the territory of Tuva became part of the Qing Empire of China.
Transition to Russia: At the beginning of the 20th century, after the fall of the Qing Empire, Tuva came under Russian influence. In 1914, it officially became part of the Russian Empire as the Uryankhai Territory.
Independence: In 1921, after the Russian Civil War, Tuva declared independence as the Tannu-Tuva People’s Republic. This independence was supported by the Soviet Union but remained limited.
Integration into the USSR: In 1944, Tannu-Tuva voluntarily became part of the Soviet Union as the Tuvan Autonomous Region within the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR).
Modern Times: Since 1991, Tuva has been a republic within the Russian Federation.
Cultural Highlights
The name "Tannu" originates from the Tannu-Ola mountain range that runs through the region.
Tuva is known for its rich culture, including throat singing (khöömei), shamanism, and nomadic traditions.
It is a crossroads of Mongolian, Turkic, and Siberian cultures.
Today, Tuva is a unique region with deep historical and cultural roots.