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Soyel - Mongolian Nomadic Herder

Soyel and her husband have lived as nomads in the Munkhkhairkhan National Park in south-west Mongolia for generations. From their winter camp at an altitude of around 2,600 metres, they live off goats, sheep, yaks and horses.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Munkhkhairkhan National Park, Mongolia
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © David Kern