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We also dedicated a special section to all the unusual destinations and remarkable traditions that we discovered along the way.

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The ancient tradition of Eagle hunting has always

The ancient tradition of Eagle hunting has always played a very important role in the lives of the Kyrgyz
people. They used to raise eagles and train them to hunt rabbits, foxes, and wolves to be able to survive
the long winter months.Although this remarkable tradition of the Kyrgyz nomadic culture is slowly dying, there are still a few
hunters in the Issyk-Kul region who do their utmost best to keep the tradition going and pass on their
skills to young disciples.The hunters often organize festivals and eagle hunting demonstrations in the fall and winter. The pictures were taken at one of these demonstrations on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.It was
fantastic to see the strong bond Ruslan (the eagle hunter in the photos) had with Karakuz his eagle. Ruslan and Karakuz spend 20 years together and during that time they build a very strong connection.
Karakuz isn’t just his hunting partner and his livelihood, the bird is also his family. But after 20 years, she
will be set free in the wilderness.
Ruslan let me sit on his horse and put his eagle on my arm (which is super heavy by the way). It was an incredible feeling to be sitting on that horse like a mighty eagle hunter, even if it was just for a moment!On assignment with @discoverkyrgyzstan, @helvetas_kyrgyzstan, @usaidkg .First photo taken by @nomadasaurus
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Welcome to one of the few places in the world wher

Welcome to one of the few places in the world where you can go backcountry skiing
in stunning snow-covered mountains and spend the night sleeping in a yurt. Welcome to Kyrgyzstan
in winter!
⛷️ .While Cynthia has been spending time in Europe, I've been having a
blast doing tons of fun winter activities in Kyrgyzstan. Since 90% of this country is composed of
mountains, it's the perfect place for a ski trip! ⛷️
.Growing up in Canada, I always thought that nothing could top the pristine snow-covered mountains I
had back home. I stand corrected. The Kyrgyz mountains are absolutely majestic in winter! ⛷️
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I've been traveling around this winter wonderland with a fantastic group of travel bloggers on a mission to
promote winter tourism in the country. I came here on a project with @helvetas_kyrgyzstan , @usaidkg
and @discoverkyrgyzstan. .
⛷️ .Although I've been skiing on the battered snow of ski resorts my whole life, it was my first time backcountry skiing. Going downhill in fluffy powdered snow at altitudes above 3000 meters was a bit
scary but I thoroughly loved it! .
⛷️ .We spent the whole day skiing and snowshoeing in a stunning mountain range. After a day of enjoying
the fresh mountain air we rested our legs in the warmth of a Kyrgyz yurt in the Boz-Uchuk valley. It was wonderful to end a day of skiing with a Kyrgyz feast, the warmth of a fire and the company of
good friends. ⛷️
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What is your favourite winter destination? And have you ever done some backcountry skiing before? Would you like to experience this in Kyrgyzstan?
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While Niko is having a blast on his skiing trip in

While Niko is having a blast on his skiing trip in Kyrgyzstan (you can follow his trip through our IG stories), I'm getting slowly on packed and prepared to hit the road again as well.
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I've barely traveled for the last few months. I spent the majority of the time in my home country and went to see Niko in Morocco for a month during the Christmas holidays but we didn't really travel there either.
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To be honest, I was a bit tired of traveling. I needed to take a break and enjoy some social time with my friends in my home country. I had to recharge my batteries.
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A lot of people underestimate the nomadic lifestyle. You constantly have to adapt to the places, the culture and the many people you meet. It requires a lot of energy. Add to that that I'm a highly sensitive person so it even takes more energy of me to adjust. I also noticed that the older I'm becoming, the more (alone) time I need to recharge.
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It did me well to stay put for a while and hang out with people I've known for years. But, I also noticed that I'm still a nomad through and through and my feet are getting itchy again. .
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Next week I'm leaving for a road trip in Greece and then I'll continue my trip towards Turkey where I'm meeting up with Niko. Our plan is to revisit some places in Turkey we've been to before and discover new ones. .
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Taking a break was the best thing I could do. It's so important to sometimes stop and take the time to rest and recharge, no matter what you're doing. While my lifestyle appeals to many, it can sometimes become too much as well. Like with everything in life, it's important to listen to your emotions and body to stay happy and healthy and take a break from whatever you're doing to rest, otherwise you'll just burn up. .
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I'm very curious where the road will take me this time and what new adventures lie ahead. I'm ready and excited for them again!
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While going through my Kyrgyzstan photos from last

While going through my Kyrgyzstan photos from last summer, I stumbled upon this one and it made me smile so much that I decided to share this photo.
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The picture was taken during the first adventure tour Niko and I organized last summer. I caught one of our participants in mid-jump while hiking towards a hidden waterfall. The guy was so happy 😁 .
Well, looking at this photo and all the memories it brings back, I was also super happy! I mean, just look at this scenery! And while I really enjoyed my time in Morocco - and more destinations are following very soon - I'm already looking forward to the coming summer to spend almost 4 full months in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan!
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What are you looking forward to most this year?
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Do you love travel photography and do you want to

Do you love travel photography and do you want to learn more about the trade and improve your skills in a very photogenic destination?This summer, I'm going to lead a photography tour in Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with @intrepidexposures and @kyrgyz.nomad and will teach you all about travel photography through workshops and on the ground experience!You'll be able to capture amazing images in stunning locations! We'll be spending time in traditional yurt camps of semi-nomadic families in remote valleys and on the shores of alpine lakes, learn more about and document the daily life of the Kyrgyz shepherds, meet the Eagle Hunters, visit colorful bazaars, etc... If this interests you, you can read the full itinerary and all the details about this trip here: https://intrepidexposures.com/photo-tours/kyrgyzstan-photography-tour/

Who knew that Morocco had such lush places? I real

Who knew that Morocco had such lush places? I really didn't expect to find so much green and especially stunning waterfalls in this North African country!The first photo are the Ouzoud Waterfalls, aka Cascades d'Ouzoud. They are one of Morocco's most magnificent waterfalls and the second tallest in Africa (110 meters). The Ouzoud Waterfalls (photo 1) are just 2,5 hours driving from Marrakech and an ideal day trip if you're in the neighborhood. But... you'll have to be prepared to share this location with tons of other tourists and waterfall-enthusiasts.If you prefer less touristic places, you can hike to the Akchour Waterfalls (photo 2-4) in the Rif Mountains near Morocco's Blue City Chefchaouen.They aren't as tall as the Ouzoud Waterfalls but not less pretty!The Akchour Waterfalls consist of a series of small cascades (photo 3 &4), a 20-meter tall waterfall (the Small Akchour, photo 2) and a 100-meter tall waterfall (the Big Akchour), located in the Talassemtane National Park.I really got a thing for waterfalls, just love the power and energy that comes from them. Are you also a waterfall chaser and/or lover?
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📷: Panasonic Lumix G90
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