The specialized natural-landscape and historical-archaeological museum-reserve "Arkaim" and Chelyabinsk State University continue a popular science series of articles devoted to the ancient history of the region. The book presents articles containing the results of many years of research conducted at the Arkaim Museum-Reserve. The collection is designed for a wide range of readers: teachers, students, schoolchildren, scientists, everyone who is interested in the history of culture and nature of the steppe Trans-Urals.