Unique nomadic life of Kazakhstan people through photos
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 10:26 AM (GMT+7)
Today, many Kazakhs live in Mongolia. They are the second largest ethnic group in the country and many of them still live a nomadic lifestyle.
Today, many Kazakhs living in Mongolia still live a nomadic lifestyle. Photo: Getty Images.
A local man prepares to go hunting with an eagle, an ancient profession that nomadic Kazakhs take great pride in. Photo: Getty Images.
It is believed that birds of prey were domesticated 6,000 years ago and the tradition has been passed down from generation to generation ever since. Photo: Getty Images.
The Kazakhs appeared on the territory of modern Mongolia not long ago, in the mid-19th century. Photo: Getty Images.
People's lifestyle is directly related to animal husbandry. Photo: Getty Images.
The Kazakhs also bring their hunting companions – the golden eagle. Photo: Getty Images.
The Altai Mountains trek takes place every year from February to April. Photo: Getty Images.
The Kazakhs followed the traditional route, covering 150 km in 5 days. Photo: Getty Images.
Herds of horses, camels, sheep, goats, yaks and cows accompany the people. Photo: Getty Images.
Along the way, nomadic Kazakhs stop in special huts, where they warm themselves with traditional tea. Photo: Getty Images.
Dogs help herd many animals. Photo: Getty Images.
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, about 20,000 Kazakh families returned to their historic homeland, but some remained in Mongolia. Photo: Getty Images.
Today, the Kazakh nomads number around 100,000. Photo: Getty Images.
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