The second World Nomad Games has attracted competitors from more than 40 countries, for six days of events in 23 ancient sports unique to Central Asia.
The Thunder Of Hooves At The World Nomad Games
A sporting event like no other is taking place in Kyrgyzstan this week.
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Horsemen wandering toward an event. In the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, the first touch of autumn is coloring the trees.
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Natalia Suarez Friedrichs looses an arrow during the women's archery. The Hungarian is in Kyrgyzstan for the first time and says Hungarians and Kyrgyz share the same roots. "I love Hungary too much to leave, but I could definitely see myself living as a nomad, sleeping in a yurt. Some day, maybe." In normal life, Natalia works for a courier company.
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Spectators make their way over the river that cuts through the mountain venue.
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A Kyrgyz man brushing his teeth, as the sun reaches the valley on the morning of September 6.