CULTURAL AND ETHNIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE SOPOLLITEPA CULTURE AND NEIGHBORING CULTURES IN THE BRONZE AGE

This article is dedicated to the archaeological and cultural characteristics of the Sopollitepa culture during the Bronze Age, as well as its interactions with neighboring regions. The study provides a comparative analysis of similarities between the Sopollitepa site and other ancient settlements in Central Asia. It examines the ethnic and cultural connections, particularly the similarities in pottery, metal artifacts, and burial practices. The findings highlight the advanced economic and social development of these cultures and offer deeper insights into the processes of cultural interactions and influences.