Boyarskaya Pisanitsa

Boyarskaya Pisanitsa is an archaeological site with rock carvings situated along a river valley and reservoir in southern Siberia. The location contains more than 170 petroglyphs divided into two groups, depicting various aspects of ancient daily life and activities.

The carvings date back to between the 7th and 3rd centuries before the common era and belong to the Tagar culture of ancient southern Siberia. A scholar documented these petroglyphs in the early 20th century, bringing them to scientific attention.

The rock carvings depict daily activities of ancient inhabitants, showing animals, dwellings, and people engaged in hunting and herding. These images reveal how communities lived and organized their lives in this region long ago.

The site is located in a remote region and requires some preparation for a visit. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are important, as you will be walking on unpaved paths and uneven terrain.

The site contains 28 different depictions of houses revealing how people lived in this region. Some show traditional log structures, while others represent round tents used by the nomadic groups inhabiting southern Siberia.