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Steppe peoples, also known as steppe nomads or steppe dwellers, are groups of nomadic pastoralists who historically inhabited the Eurasian Steppe, a vast grassland region stretching from Eastern Europe to Mongolia. These peoples are characterized by their mobile lifestyle, centered around herding livestock such as horses, sheep, and cattle. Their economies and cultures were deeply intertwined with the natural environment of the steppe, relying on its grasses for fodder.
Historically, steppe peoples played a significant role in world history, often acting as catalysts for major
The social structures of steppe peoples typically revolved around kinship and tribal organization. Leadership was often