Mongol epic poetry

Epic poetry, or tuuli in Mongolian, is a substantial genre of Mongol oral literature, with features reminiscent of Germanic alliterative verse. The two most well-known epics are the Jangar and the Geser. These tuuli are commonly sung with instruments such as the Morin khuur (horse-head fiddle) and the Tovshuur (lute). Most epics describe topics relating to Mongolian history, their ideal worlds and heroes, and the acquisition of new lands. Epics are performed mostly during important events such as celebrations. Mongol epic poetry has, as of 2009, been on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

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