Abstract
        
            
            Tatar Myths
            
            The Turks of Tataristan have a long tradition of sedentary life and written culture in the region where they currently live. In this environment, rich mythological elements of the Turkic world have got more chance to survive the long historical times. Their mythology grew richer, in the course of time, with various inner and outer influences, and have got more mythological materials. This article summarizes personalities in the Tatar myths and legends.<
            
            
            Keywords
            Turkic mythology, Tatar legends, Tatar myths.