Among the mysteries of the Ural-Kazakh steppes, in particular the Chelyabinsk region, the ancient settlements of Arkaim and Sintashta attract special attention. Originating in the 2nd millennium BC. e., these settlements are considered unique on the territory of Russia. Archaeological monuments of the Bronze Age are the same age as the Egyptian pyramids and the Cretan-Mycenaean culture. But the mystery of their origin and unexpected disappearance causes endless debate among historians and specialists in ancient civilizations. These places have not been spared pseudoscientific speculation; astrologers consider them sacred and classify them as the strongest energy centers in the world. Modern esoteric pilgrims flock here in droves to participate in collective meditations. Nowadays Arkaim is more than just an archaeological site, it is a well-promoted brand that almost claims to be the homeland of the Aryans, the ancestors of the Proto-Slavs. Recently, even a kind of cult of Arkaim has been taking shape, almost turning into a national idea of Russians.