Altay Collection

Autumn Kurkurek
Alexander Taranin

King Edward VIII visiting the Gallipoli War Memorial in Turk
King Edward VIII with General Altay visiting the Gallipoli War Memorial in Turkey. Date: 1936

Frozen Paradise
Jaroslav Zakravsky

Mirror for mountains 3
Valeriy Shcherbina

The great migration of Kazakh
Hua Zhu

One frosty morning
Vlad Sokolovsky

Burqin Yadan landform, China, also known as Colorful Beach

Altay - Russia
The Altay or Altai are an ethnic group of Turkic people living in the Siberian Altai Republic and Altai Krai and surrounding areas of Tuva and Mongolia. circa 1910s

View of trees in autumn colour along meandering river bank, River Khovd, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh hunter with hooded Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), sitting inside ger tent, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh hunter on horseback with hooded Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Two Kazakh nomads on horseback with dog, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh hunters with Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos), Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

View of trees in autumn colour along river bank, River Khovd, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Ancient petroglyphs depicting animals and humans hunting, circa 400 A. D. High Altai, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia
Ancient petroglyphs depicting animals and humans hunting, circa 400 A.D. High Altai, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

View of track over steppe habitat, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh nomad ger tent with solar panel and hooded Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) outside, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh nomad on horseback, riding on steppe, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh hunter with Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Ancient petroglyphs depicting wolves and humans hunting ibex, circa 400 A. D
Ancient petroglyphs depicting wolves and humans hunting ibex, circa 400 A.D. High Altai, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

View of dirt road over steppe grassland habitat, Altai Mountains in distance, Gobi N. P. Gobi Desert, Mongolia, october
View of dirt road over steppe grassland habitat, Altai Mountains in distance, Gobi N.P. Gobi Desert, Mongolia, october

Kazakh nomads shoeing horse, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Kazakh nomads erecting ger camp, in preparation for Eagle Hunters Festival, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) adult, calling, close-up of head, Kazakh hunters captive bird, Altai Mountains, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Stone Age rock carving. Rock carvings (petroglyphs) are found in many regions of the world. They are among the oldest human artefacts still existing

Carved figure at the Kayinarl Tombs, Turkic from 2nd century BC to 7th century AD, in the Altay mountains, Xinjiang, China, Asia

Kazak woman on horseback beside a yurt in the Altay mountains, north east Xinjiang, China, Asia

Kazak yurts in the summer in the Altay mountains, NE Xinjiang, China, Asia

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"Altay: A Journey through Time, Culture, and Nature" Step into the captivating world of Altay, a region rich in history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From King Edward VIII's visit to the solemn Gallipoli War Memorial in Turkey to the enchanting Autumn Kurkurek that paints the land with vibrant hues, every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. Imagine stepping foot into a Frozen Paradise where snow-capped peaks glisten under the winter sun. In Mirror for Mountains 3, witness nature's masterpiece as majestic mountains reflect their beauty onto calm waters. And let us not forget The Great Migration of Kazakh - an awe-inspiring spectacle where herds traverse vast plains in search of greener pastures. One frosty morning awakens your senses as you explore Burqin Yadan landform in China; also known as Colorful Beach for its mesmerizing rock formations that resemble an artist's palette. As we venture further eastward, Altay-Russia welcomes us with open arms - a land steeped in tradition and natural wonders. Ancient petroglyphs transport us back to circa 400 A. D. , revealing glimpses of animals and humans hunting amidst High Altai's rugged terrain in Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia. Witnessing a Kazakh hunter with his Golden Eagle perched majestically on his arm is truly humbling - a testament to centuries-old traditions preserved within the heart of Altai Mountains. The view along River Khovd takes our breath away as trees adorned with autumn colors line its meandering banks, and is here that we find solace amidst nature's symphony - an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Intriguingly tucked inside ger tents sits another Kazakh hunter accompanied by his hooded Golden Eagle – sharing stories passed down through generations while embracing the serenity offered by Altai Mountains.