Башни и традиции ингушей
Annotation
The article examines the phenomenon of the Ingush tower culture as a holistic phenomenon that integrates architectural achievements, social institutions, legal and ethical norms, as well as religious and mythological beliefs of the Ingush people. Based on an analysis of architectural features, the typology of structures, and ethnographic research data, it is argued that the tower complex is not just a defensive and residential ensemble, but a sacred space that embodies the traditional code of honor of the Ingush people, known as «Ezdel».