Economic Lifestyle AND Material Culture OF the Population OF Mirzachul Oasis AT the End OF the 20th - Early 21st Centuries

This article explores certain aspects of the economic lifestyle and material culture of the population living in the Mirzachul oasis during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. In particular, it examines traditional dough-based dishes, dwelling culture, horse equipment, and customs related to meat consumption. Despite being composed of migrants from various regions, the inhabitants of Mirzachul have preserved culinary traditions that reflect ancient Turkic and Uzbek cultural heritage. The article draws on historical sources such as Mahmud al-Kashgari and Alisher Navoi to analyze the continuity of traditional dish names and preparation methods that have survived into the present day. Furthermore, the study highlights the presence of traditional dwelling terms (e.g., yurts) and equestrian terminology among the local population, demonstrating their cultural and linguistic ties with other Central Asian Turkic peoples.

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