The Circassians (Kabardians)

The Kabardins (Kabardians) are one of the largest groups of Circassians, and the main ethnic group of the Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria. Numbering more than a half million strong, theirs is a history marked by battles for freedom, honor, and the right to live by heir own traditions. Featured Kabardian artists include: Vyacheslav Mastafov- Folk artisan Madina Khatsukova- Fashion designer Lyusya Khazaplizheva- Circassian food expert Aleksandr Pazov- Engraver and metal worker Zalim Orishev- Director, Malkinsky Stud Farm Felix Nakov- Leader, The Lone Horseman Group Anzor Yetisheyiv- Circassian weaponry blacksmith Kazbek Balkarov- Leader of Khatti Group