Tabasars
Tabasars are an ethnolinguistic group native to the highland river valleys of the central plateau of Aradia. They are linked by kin-based networks, a shared language, and a tradition of crafts such as weaving, pottery, and metalwork. The origin of the name is debated among scholars.
Archaeological and linguistic evidence points to Tabasar settlement from the Bronze Age. Over centuries they formed
Language and dialects form a core part of Tabasar identity. The Tabasar language belongs to the North-Central
Culture and economy: Tabasars emphasize extended kinship, seasonal rituals, weaving, metalwork, and communal feasts. Pastoralism and
Modern status: Tabasars are recognized as a distinct ethnolinguistic group in regional statistics and cultural programs.