Tengriism is an ancient religion that originated in Central Asia and Siberia. It is the belief in Tengri, the Sky God who governs over the universe and all of its creations. Synonyms for this religion include Tengrism, Tengerism, or Turkic-Mongolic shamanism. The word Tengri is derived from the Turkish word "tengir," which means "sky" or "heaven." Other names for this faith include Shamanism, Animism, and Paganism. Tengriism is still practiced by some ethnic groups in Central Asia and Siberia, and its followers continue to uphold the ancient traditions and beliefs of their ancestors.