Mongolei

Mongolia, a country with overwhelming nature, a land between tradition and progress. In extraordinary photographs by Olaf Schubert, this photo book captures the fascination of its people, culture, and landscapes. It takes us from the endless steppe landscapes and the hot Gobi Desert to the high mountain ranges of the Altai. We delve into the exciting stories about the lifestyle of the Mongols, who, despite all modernization, continue to proudly identify with the tradition of nomadic life. The existing cultural-religious connection to Tibet, the resurgent Tibetan Buddhism, the mighty Genghis Khan, and the incredible history of the former largest empire in the world are presented in detail here. The best and fastest horses, the strongest wrestlers of the Naadam festival, the proud eagle hunters, the nomadic procession, and the mysterious.