sheep

A watering hole in the heart of the valley

It is in the heart of Kyrgyzstan, in the province of Naryn, that this shepherd tends his flock. This mountainous landscape, dotted with sheep of every colour, exudes… [...]

Sprinkles of Sheep

Shepherds drive their flocks to the banks of the Naryn River, near Tash-Komür, Kyrgyzstan. [...]

Trade in Sheep

In winter, the sheep traded on the market are protected from the cold temperatures of Karakol thanks to their wool. Credit: Davide Pilloni (@flip_khan, Italy) Find… [...]

Pastoral

The lakes and river of the Jizev Valley, a hidden paradise in the heart of the Pamir Mountains, offer some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable. Staying with one… [...]

Monochrome

A shepherd on horseback guards his flock in the Naryn region of Kyrgyzstan. Credits : Pierre-Armand Dussex (Switzerland) Find all of our photos of… [...]

Piece of choice

At the table, mutton fat is considered to be the best and noblest part of the meat, which is offered to guests to honour them. On the markets, the… [...]

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