In memory of S. Sungatay (1967–2019)

Abstract

The memory is dedicated to the archeologist Sagyntay Sungatay. The family of S. Sungatay more than 90 years ago was forced to emigrate to China from the territory of Markakol region of the East Kazakhstan. He received an education in the Xinjiang University
as an archeologist (1989) and after several years he was working in a research institute in the city of Urumqi (1989–1994). Then Sagyntay decided to return to his historic homeland. The author wrote the warmest memories about S. Sungatay, their joint participation in various expeditions in the east of our country. S. Sungatay was a multifaceted personality. He was keenly interested not only in archeology, but also in literature, philosophy, and music. He was always aware of the current situation.