Eagle Hunters of Mongolia: An Ancient Art of Partnership

21st March, 2024 CHIRANJIT MITRA CHIRANJIT MITRA

A Bond of Trust

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Capturing an Eaglet

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Building the Bond

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Training Begins

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The Art of the Hood

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On the Hunt

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The Reward

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Passing Down the Tradition

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The Golden Eagle Festival

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Preserving a Legacy

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