Entity: URAL-MOUNTAINS
The Ural Mountains, also known simply as the Urals, are a mountain range in Eurasia that serves as a natural boundary between Europe and Asia. Extending from the Arctic Ocean to northwestern Kazakhstan, the Urals have significant cultural and historical importance.
URAL MOUNTAINS
Etymology
The name 'Ural' is believed to have originated from the Bashkir language, meaning 'stone belt.' The mountains have been historically significant as a natural boundary between Europe and Asia.
Definition
The Ural Mountains, also known as the Urals, are a mountain range in Eurasia that runs north–south mostly through Russia, from the coast of the Arctic Ocean to the river Ural and northwestern Kazakhstan, forming a natural boundary between Europe and Asia.
Historical Context
The Urals have played a crucial role in Russian history, serving as a geographical divide between the European and Asian parts of the country. They have also been a source of various minerals, contributing to the region's economic development.
Cultural Significance
The Ural Mountains hold cultural significance for the indigenous peoples of the region, with unique traditions and folklore associated with the mountain range. They have inspired artists, writers, and poets throughout history.
Related Concepts
The Urals are often associated with the Uralic language family, which includes languages spoken by various indigenous groups in the region. The mountains are also linked to the Uralic peoples, who have inhabited the area for centuries.
See Also
A mountain range in Eurasia that runs north–south mostly through Russia, from the coast of the Arctic Ocean to the river Ural and northwestern Kazakhstan, forming a natural boundary between Europe and Asia.