The Kazakhs have a tradition of hunting small animals with the help of birds of prey such as falcons, hawks and eagles. For centuries in Central Asian prairie Mongolia, falconry has been a royal game of Hans and aristocrats. Ancient customs survive among the Kazakhs who live in the Altai Mountains of Mongolia.

“Mongolian nomads Kazakhs are people from around the world who maintain their own nomadic lifestyle with strong ties to golden eagles. Immerse yourself in the unique landscape, culture and traditions of Western Mongolia and local eagle. The life of a hunter. Accompany the hunting of these fascinating mountain nomads and explore the breathtaking countryside. ” A Kazakh falconer’s festival is held every autumn. A grand festival is held in the suburbs of Ulgii, the capital of Bayan-Ulgii province. A parade where people on horseback gather in traditional folk costumes, a competition where golden eagles are released on a small hill and then compete for speed to the owner, and people on horseback compete for goatskin. A competition called “Kukupal” will be held together with a competition for falconry skills. There are about 250 eagle hunters around Bayan Ulgii province. Approximately 100 Eagle Hunters participate in this Eagle Festival each year with their specially trained Golden Eagles.
Spectacular events based on spectacular Golden Eagles speed, agility, and accuracy, as well as traditional Kazakh games such as archery and traditional horse racing are also held on the day of the festival. Enjoy the autumn nomadic festival, which attracts many locals, for two days.