The Shimaily petroglyphs form a complex of rock engravings that includes over nine locations and a Bronze Age burial site in the Moldazhar area. Within this microregion, several small hills with outcrops of heavily patinated bedrock are found. More than nine such hills are known, some of which have specific names. One of these hills, the highest, is locally known as Sardongal. This hill contains the largest concentration of unique petroglyphs, and this complex is designated as Shimaily-I (Figures 1-3).

The height of the Shimaily-I hill is 1363 meters above sea level, with geographical coordinates of N 47°41'49.7"; E 081°40'25.2". The petroglyphs are carved into the surfaces of bedrock outcrops, which in some cases form veins, as well as on individual boulders, especially on the slopes of the hill. These petroglyphs can be roughly divided into several groups. The earliest phase of the early nomads' history is represented by depictions of deer with beak-like faces, large eyes, and short legs. There are also figures executed in a realistic animal style, characterized by richly decorated antlers and elegant posturing on the tips of hooves. Additionally, among the petroglyphs are images of horseback riders, which significantly differ in style from ancient Turkic counterparts. These images are believed to date to the "Hun-Sarmatian period." This is supported by the characteristic depiction of horse legs, shown moving in a trot rather than a gallop. This style resembles the gait of pacers, where all four legs are depicted spreading out at sharp angles from a single point.