The Arrival of Iranian and non-Iranian Tribes in the Caucasus, their Lasting Impacts on This Area

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Assistant Professor of History, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran

Abstract

Upon initial investigation, the rich and tumultuous history of Caucasus riddled with an abundance of complexities leaves researchers bewildered. Throughout this vast land, dozens of tribes each comprised of different races and ethnicities are intertwined, while maintaining their unique cultures and customs. Thus, this complicated the researcher’s task at hand. However, this elaborate perplexity further prompted the writer to follow the trends of various tribes to answer some questions. Answers to questions, such as: What (Iranian or non-Iranian) tribes have migrated to Caucasus since the 12th century? Where did these tribes originate from and why did they leave their native homelands? How did these tribes influence the region? By employing an analytical method, this paper aims to introduce lesser-known tribes that migrated from Darband and Bab-al-Laan passageways to Caucasus between 5-12th century A.D. and to illustrate the continuing effects that they have on these lands.

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Central Eurasia Studies
Volume 8, Issue 2 - Serial Number 2
Autumn & Winter
October 2015
Pages 229-249

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