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This section contains information about phenomena that are generally believed to have a supernatural, mystical nature, and the very existence of which is currently in doubt.Phenomena Hierarchy

Altynchech

Added	Wed, 15/03/2023
Hierarchy	Phenomena Неизвестные существа Spirits Духи-хранители Алтынчеч
Область распространения	Russia
Характерные признаки	→ → → → → Place →
Sources	tatarica.org

In Tatar mythology, the spirit of the cave; a representative of the other world, the keeper of hidden treasures. Literally – Golden-haired.

It is assumed that the image of Altynchech was formed in the era of matriarchy.

In the legends of the medieval (Bulgarian) period, apparently, under the influence of historical events (during the struggle of the Bulgarian people for the preservation of independence and integrity of their state), the image of Altynchech acquired the features of a female warrior.

In folk tales, a girl with golden hair (sometimes called Altynchech) is depicted as the owner of wonderful knowledge and skills; a collective image of a virtuous girl.

The character Altynchech has become especially widespread in the Volga-Ural region.

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