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The Arganaty petroglyphs are located at an altitude of 1011 meters above sea level. The geographical coordinates are N 47°27'19.96", E 83°27'22.80". They are situated in the Tarbagatai District, approximately 5–6 kilometers northeast of the village of Kuiğan, near a wintering site and about 300 meters from the base of the mountain. The petroglyphs are carved on the western side of a granite rock on a flat surface (Figures 1-4). The majority of the images are related to hunting scenes, including depictions of wild goats with spiral-shaped horns, hunting with bows, and the pursuit of wild animals with dogs. Nearby stones also feature anthropomorphic figures as well as images of mountain goats and horses.

The monument is located in a mountain range that stretches east to west along the Lasty River. This area is divided into "Zhaksy Arganaty" and "Zhaman Arganaty." Locals also refer to them as "Basky Arganaty," "Ortangy Arganaty," and "Ayaqky Arganaty." According to M. Kashgari's dictionary, the name of the mountain range, Arganaty, originates from the combination of the words "argu" and "qanat."

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