Bashkortostan

Bashkortostan, also known as Bashkiria, is a republic within Russia located on the eastern slopes of the Ural Mountains. It covers an area rich in natural resources like oil, natural gas, and minerals. The region has a diverse cultural heritage, primarily influenced by the Bashkir people, a Turkic ethnic group. Bashkortostan combines modern industry, agriculture, and vibrant traditions, with its capital city being Ufa. It plays an important role economically and geopolitically in Russia, offering a blend of ethnic diversity, natural beauty, and resource wealth.