October is the best month for culture and eagles in Mongolia, though not for classic trekking. On the first weekend of October, the Golden Eagle Festival brings Kazakh eagle hunters together near Ölgii. Weather is usually dry and sunny but cold, with days around 0–10°C and nights often below -10°C. Many tourist ger camps close,…
September is one of the best months to visit Mongolia. The summer crowds have gone, rain is much less frequent, the skies are clear and the larches turn gold. In western Mongolia, days are crisp and sunny and nights drop below freezing, and the Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival marks the start of eagle season. Early…
In the sprawling, rugged wilderness of Mongolia, a magnificent and awe-inspiring raptor soars, enthralling all who encounter it. With its regal presence, commanding wingspan, and piercing gaze, the golden eagle stands as an emblem of untamed, natural beauty. This article embarks on a journey into the world of the golden eagle, unveiling a mosaic of…
Who is Christan Bale Christian Charles Philip Bale is an English actor known for his powerful performances in both big-budget Hollywood films and independent productions. He was born in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom on January 30, 1974. Bale rose to fame at the age of 13 when he was cast in the lead role in…
Sagsai is one of 11 villages in Bayan-Olgii province, and it is located 30 km (18miles) west from Ulgii. Sagsai or Sagsay is home to nomadic eagle hunters. The annual Sagsai Eagle Festival or Smaller Eagle Festival takes place in this village, and it is the second biggest nomad festival in western Mongolia and attended…
Ulgii city is in western Mongolia that serves as the capital of Bayan-Ulgii Aimag. It’s located at an altitude of 1,710 meters (5,610 feet) and has a population of 28,496 people. The town is predominantly populated by Kazakhs and thus the primary language spoken there is Kazakh. The city also known for its vibrant embroidery…
Western Mongolia is the country at its wildest: four provinces dominated by the Altai Mountains, where Khüiten Peak rises to 4,374 m, Kazakh eagle hunters keep a 2,000-year-old tradition alive, and snow leopards still patrol the ridgelines. It is the least-visited corner of an already empty country — and the region every memorable Mongolia photograph…
10 Things you must know about Eagle Mongolian – When most people think of eagle hunters, they imagine the plains of North America or Central Asia. But did you know that eagle hunting is also a tradition in west Mongolia? The Kazakh eagle hunters of Western Mongolia live in one of the most remote regions…
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