For centuries, using eagles to catch O prey has been a traditional sport among Central Asian nomads. Even Marco Polo mentioned the great raptors kept by Kublai Khaan. The sport is alive and well today, but you’ll only find it in a small corner of Mongolia. Travel to Bayan-Ölgii and link up with the Kazakh hunters who capture and train these magnificent birds. Hollywood has even taken notice with a major motion picture about a young female eagle hunter. The best time to visit is in early October when you can attend the colorful Eagle Festival in Olgii city.
Golden Eagles of the Altai
