The homeland of the Chuvash Turks in Russia: Autonomous Republic of Chuvashia

CHEBOKSARY, RUSSIA - JULY 10: The Chuvash people, a Turkic ethnic group living in their homeland, the Chuvash Republic in Russia, strive to preserve their centuries-old language, culture, and traditions in Cheboksary, Russia on July 10, 2025. Yasna Mansion, located in the village of Kshaushi in the Cheboksary region, plays a significant role in transmitting Chuvash culture and traditions to the present day and serves as a popular destination for history and culture enthusiasts throughout the year. (Photo by Dmitri Chirciu/Anadolu via Getty Images)