What is polovtsians?

The Polovtsians or Cumans were a nomadic people who lived in the steppe regions of Eurasia, mainly in the present-day Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Hungary from the 11th to the 13th centuries.

They were known for their equestrian skills and their ability to launch swift and dangerous attacks on their enemies. They were also skilled traders, who exchanged goods with the surrounding regions through their extensive network of trade routes.

The Polovtsians were pagans who worshipped various gods, such as Tengri, the sky god, and Kipchak, the god of war. They had a rich cultural heritage and were known for their music, dance, and folklore.

The Polovtsians came into contact with the Kievan Rus and the Byzantine Empire, and later the Mongols, who eventually conquered them. Despite this, their legacy lived on through the Cuman language, which survived until the 17th century.