Bactrian racing camel, Eagle Festival, Olgii, Western Mongolia


The Eagle Festival takes place in the fall in Olgii, Western, Mongolia and the eagle hunters come from miles around to participate in the competitions including: best Kazakh costume, eagle and horse harness; fastest return to hunter after release; archery; camel races; and Shyrga Tartu or eagle returning to a lure towed behind a horse. A blonde Bactrian camel that will compete in the camel race.


Size: 3333px × 5000px
Location: Eagle Festival, Olgii, Western Mongolia
Photo credit: © Terry Allen / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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