Rock Carvings in Altay Mountains


There are over 70 localities of rock carvings found in Altay Mountains; among them are Dorat and Chaoerhe in Altay City, the Reservoir in Qinghe County, Burat and Xuyongchale in Fuyung County, Kuxugen in Burqin County, Jartaskone in Habahe County and Tatkishkiones in Jeminay County, etc. The rock earnings are mostly engraved in hillsides facing the sun where have a lush growth of trees and grass." motives of them are animals and others like figures, carts and scenes of sexual intercourse, showing people the various habitations from 4000 years ago to the 11th century A.D.

  • Rock Carvings in Altay Mountains
  • Rock Carvings in Altay Mountains
  • Rock Carvings in Altay Mountains
  • Rock Carvings in Altay Mountains