The Central Asian country — host of the World Nomad Games — is attracting growing numbers of hikers, riders and skiers
There are only six Przewalski's Horses in all of Russia, and I was there to see them on the first day they spent in the wild. Preduralskay Steppe, Orenburg.
The ancient practice of Mongolian eagle hunters reaches so far back into history that it even features in the writings of the legendary explorer, Marco Polo.
“The bond with the bird is so strong! Actually, even the eyes and the look of the eagle and its master resemble each other.”
The history of circular and radial-concentric design of building complexes goes back to the early days of mankind (fig. 518) The round architectural shape provided a natural sense of unity. It was …
A photographic journey through the nomadic culture and traditional costumes of the Kyrgyz people, as seen at the 2016 World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan.
In 2009 the first ever Mongol Derby was raced across the vast expanse of the Mongolian Steppe.
This is the most common homemade cookie in Mongolia. It’s called Boortsog. Our kids love this Boortsog. There are many flavours of this kind of homemade cookie. Some of them … Continue reading
Tengriism or Tengrism is a shamanistic religion practiced in Central Asia. Tengriism was also followed by many other nationalities apart from the Mongols such as the Khuns, Bulgars, Turkic, and Altaic people. It is characterized by shamanism, totemis
Half of the world’s population of already-endangered Saiga Antelope have died mysteriously, pushing them further towards extinction. Why?
Photographer Tariq Zaidi traveled in the Gobi desert in Mongolia to immortalize a tradition practiced by a handful of Kyrgyz, inhabitants of Kyrgyzstan, and Kaz
Totem poles are often seen as quintessential features of the Northwest Coast of America. Simon Fraser University lists ten types of American totem pole, which indicate their diversity and how the term “totem” can be misleading when applied to them. Over in Eurasia, there is a similar idea – spirit poles.
Mongolian gers are extremely interesting, with surprising interiors and fascinating rituals. Here's the ger etiquette you need to know!
In an isolated corner of northern Mongolia, straddling the border of Siberia, a small but remarkable community makes it home on the sprawling tundra.
From buuz to khorkhog and the Five Snouts in between, an explanation of traditional Mongolian food and what to know about eating and drinking in Mongolia.
In an isolated corner of northern Mongolia, straddling the border of Siberia, a small but remarkable community makes it home on the sprawling tundra.
A traveller’s experience of one of the craziest, most fascinating sporting events on Earth.
On the Arabian Peninsula, the tradition of hunting with falcons began thousands of years ago, enabling desert nomads to augment their diet with meat. Today, the practice continues—here's a photo guide to the traditions, the taming, the shopping…and the bird pharmacies.
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10-year old Aimoldir Dayanbek is out there beating grown men.
On the vast, remote steppe of central Mongolia, an unlikely adventure camp has been created by an equally improbable visionary. Welcome to Mongke Tengri.
Herdsmen from China's Inner Mongolia today celebrated their bond with camels at an annual festival on snow-covered grassland. More than 200 camels took part in the 12th Camel Cultural Fair.
29 traditional Mongolian foods to try on your trip to Mongolia. Mongolian main meals, Mongolian sweets and Mongolian milk products are all part of an interesting history of food culture in Mongolia.
The ultimate guide to the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan. Everything you need to know, from transport, accommodation, special tips and some great photos!
Kazakh, means “Wanderer” and stan, means “land” and so Kazakhstan means “Wanderers of the land”; aptly named for their centuries old, nomadic lifestyle. Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world by size and
30 Facts About The Mongolian Horse (a.k.a Przewalski's Horse or Takhi) including Horse Facts, Habitat, Diet, Why they are Endangered & Conservation.
Study geography with your kids with this Mongolia craft: building a model ger (also known as a yurt), a traditional nomadic dwellling
From baursak to beshbarmak to camel's milk and horse meat, Kazakhstan food is a reflection of its rich culture and history. Learn what the top Kazakhstan foods are at UrbanBlissLife.com.
Totem poles are often seen as quintessential features of the Northwest Coast of America. Simon Fraser University lists ten types of American totem pole, which indicate their diversity and how the term “totem” can be misleading when applied to them. Over in Eurasia, there is a similar idea – spirit poles.
