Russia is a huge country, on whose territory about 200 peoples live, each with their own traditions. The book contains the best examples of the fabulous creativity of the ancient people - the Bashkirs, settled mainly in the Urals and on the southern slopes of the Ural Mountains. Who are these people? How did they live and live? Through the tales of this people, young readers will be able to learn their legends, traditions and get acquainted with the nature of the region. For example, find out how the largest lake in Bashkortostan, Aslykul, came into being. The book contains the best examples of fairy-tale creativity of the Bashkirs: “Aminbek”, “Golden Hands”, “The Tale of Aslykul” and others.