Mongolia • Further reading

Culture in Mongolia

Mongolia is well known for its nomadic traditions. The nomadic lifestyle is still practiced today in rural areas of the country. The nomads follow a seasonal routine of breeding and rearing the five main types of livestock: goat, sheep, yaks, camel and horse, migrating from one place to another following the most favorable pastures and campsites.

The traditional Mongolian dance is the biyelgee, especially for the peoples of western Mongolia. It is performed on the music of Mongolian national musical instruments, such as the morin khuur (horse-headed violin) and the yochin.

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20 November 2025

Pamiri's mazar

Pamiri mazars are small sacred sites found throughout the valleys of the Tajik and Afghan Pamirs, especially in the Wakhan. Often whitewashed and decorated with ibex or Marco-Polo sheep horns, they reflect a unique blend of spiritual traditions.

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Samuel Maret

31 July 2025

Inside a Traditional Pamiri House

Tucked high in the mountains of eastern Tajikistan, along the rugged spine of the Pamir range, lies one of Central Asia’s most isolated and fascinating cultural landscapes.

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Samuel Maret

8 June 2025

My Beautiful Jailoo

The jailoo, much like the alpine pastures of the Alps, are fragile paradises that must be respected. On the foothills of the Kyrgyz mountains, they represent a magnificent space of freedom where outdoor activities know no bounds. 

Pierre Armand

7 September 2024

Ak-Cholmok National Game

One of the oldest games of the Kyrgyz. The game can be played anywhere. Boys and girls play together. Players are divided into divisions according to age, and referees are chosen for the game. Each territory has its own name. The finish line is marked.

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Aidar Japarov