HISTORY OF DEFINITIONS OF THE TERMS “CENTRAL ASIA” AND “TARTARY”  IN HISTORIOGRAPHY AND NOTES OF MEDIEVAL EUROPEAN TRAVELERS

A. Mukhametkali

Abstract

The article «History of Definitions of the Terms 'Central Asia' and 'Tartary' in Historiography and Travel Notes of Medieval European Travelers» provides an overview of the evolution of the concepts of «Central Asia» and «Tartary» in historical research and travel accounts of European travelers during the Middle Ages. The author analyzes various definitions and interpretations of these terms in different historical periods, noting their variability and contextual dependence. Special attention is paid to the study of the historical roots and evolution of the perception of these regions by European researchers, as well as their role in shaping perceptions of the East in medieval Europe

Keywords

Central Asia; Tartary; Turan; Middle Asia; Turkestan; italian travelers

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