Mongolia – In the Shadow of the Altai

• Prize
  Gold in People/Culture
• Photographer
  Josef Buergi
• Photo Date
  02.2024

Mongolia, a land of vast steppes and rugged beauty, is home to a unique way of life centered around the winter migration of nomadic herders. As temperatures plummet, these resilient people lead their livestock across the frozen landscape in search of fresh grazing grounds. Battling fierce snowstorms and bitter cold, the herders demonstrate remarkable skill and endurance, upholding ancient traditions passed down through generations. The winter migration is a time of hardship and harmony, forging strong bonds within the nomadic community. It is a timeless spectacle that embodies the indomitable