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Camel racing is the ancient traditional sport of the Bedouin. This festive heritage is a kind of endurance test important for the pride of the tribes. Camel races are usually held in the winter months, between October and April, but some smaller races are even held in summer. Most camel races are regular races between Bedouin tribes.
Preparing the racing camels involves several stages. Camels are selected based on type, origin and age and are given a special diet.
There are recognized community traditions, customs and principles governing the races and community practices and a preparation committee verifies the camel’s origin. The related knowledge and skills are transmitted thanks to the combined efforts of community representatives, government institutions, specialized centres and the federation of racing and clubs.
Children and young people gradually acquire knowledge and skills related to the practice through observation, simulation and oral expressions. Camel racing is a fundamental part of their nomadic lifestyle and a source of inspiration in poetry and singing. It’s is a peaceful celebration of Bedouin tradition and a way to bring Sinai families and tribes together.
Shot with a Nikon D5300 from the Camel Racetrack in Sharm El-Sheikh during the 'Camel Racing and Heritage Festival' 15-16 January 2025
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From the high mountains of Gergeti, via Mtskheta, we arrived in the semi-desert landscape of Udabno — a world of vast emptiness and rolling hills. Udabno is located in eastern Georgia, near the border with Azerbaijan, and forms a fascinating contrast to the green, mountainous regions of the country. Here stretches a vast semi-desert landscape of colorful, rolling hills, dusty tracks, and endless horizons. The earth glows in shades of yellow, red, and brown, especially when the sun hangs low in the sky, and the silence is almost tangible. In this rugged environment, traditional shepherds still roam. With small flocks, they move across the open terrain on foot or horseback, searching for patches of grass. Sometimes they appear as tiny dots on the horizon, their loyal dogs at their sides. Their simple, hardy way of life has changed little over the centuries, giving the region an authentic, timeless feel. The combination of the striking landscape, the profound stillness, and the presence of the shepherds makes Udabno a truly unique place where time seems to stand still.
Shepherds have shaped Georgian life for generations, guiding their flocks across rugged, open landscapes. In Udabno, they move slowly through the semi-desert on foot or horseback, following ancient routes across the hills. Their loyal dogs help them keep the sheep together, while horses carry them across the vast distances. Life here is simple and demanding, closely tied to the rhythms of nature. In the wide silence of Udabno, the sight of a shepherd on horseback feels like a timeless scene.
Vanuit de hoge bergen van Gergeti, via Mtskheta, belandden we in het halfwoestijnachtige landschap van Udabno — een wereld van uitgestrekte leegte en golvende heuvels. Udabno ligt in het oosten van Georgië, vlak bij de grens met Azerbeidzjan, en vormt een fascinerend contrast met de groene, bergachtige delen van het land. Hier ontvouwt zich een uitgestrekt halfwoestijnachtig landschap met kleurrijke, golvende heuvels, stoffige paden en eindeloze horizonten. De aarde kleurt in tinten geel, rood en bruin, vooral wanneer de zon laag aan de hemel staat, en de stilte is bijna tastbaar. In deze ruige omgeving leven nog altijd traditionele schapenherders. Met kleine kuddes trekken ze te voet of te paard door het open terrein, op zoek naar grazige stukken land. Soms verschijnen ze als stipjes aan de horizon, hun honden wakend aan hun zijde. Hun eenvoudige, stoere levensstijl lijkt al eeuwenlang onveranderd en geeft deze streek een authentieke sfeer. De combinatie van het bijzondere landschap, de diepe rust en de aanwezigheid van de herders maakt Udabno tot een unieke plek waar de tijd lijkt stil te staan.
Tambour en éclats,
jongle le cœur tsigane,
vivre, c’est danser.
Drums crack through the night,
the juggler's soul spins with fire,
to live is to dance.
Sheep, goats and donkeys grazing at a field of pasture. Nomadic pastoral groups are strongly dependent on natural resources in particular, water and vegetation. Southern Sinai Bedouin practice a policy of open grazing territories.
Shot with a Nikon D5300 from one of the valleys south of the A-Tiah cliffs, on the way to the colored Canyons.
Tambour en éclats,
jongle le cœur tsigane,
vivre, c’est danser.
Drums crack through the night,
the juggler's soul spins with fire,
to live is to dance.
photo rights reserved by Ben
Farmers in the Kazbegi region of Georgia lead a simple but hard life. The climate is harsh, with severe winters and short summers. The rocky soil and mountainous terrain make farming a challenge, so most farmers focus on livestock, especially sheep and cattle. They also grow cold-resistant crops such as potatoes and barley. The photo shows the ruins of stone huts, remnants of ancient shepherds’ shelters in the Kazbegi region. These simple structures, often built from local stone, provided shelter for herders as they herded their livestock in the vast mountain pastures. Their location in the rugged landscape, surrounded by imposing mountains, reflects the herders’ remote and self-sufficient lifestyle. In the summer, they moved their herds to higher grasslands, while these shelters served as temporary shelters from the cold and strong winds. Today, these ruins stand as silent witnesses to an age-old tradition that still lives on in the Kazbegi region, where herders and nomadic communities continue to tend their livestock in harmony with nature.
The ruins of stone huts in the Kazbegi region are the remains of ancient shepherds' huts, built from local stone. They served as shelters for shepherds tending their livestock in the mountain pastures. These simple structures reflect the remote and self-sufficient lifestyle that still persists in the region.
Boeren in de Kazbegi-regio in Georgië leiden een eenvoudig maar zwaar bestaan. Het klimaat is ruw, met strenge winters en korte zomers. Door de rotsachtige bodem en het bergachtige terrein is landbouw een uitdaging, waardoor de meeste boeren zich richten op veeteelt, met name schapen en koeien. Daarnaast verbouwen ze gewassen die bestand zijn tegen de kou, zoals aardappelen en gerst. De foto toont de ruïnes van stenen hutten, overblijfselen van oude herdersverblijven in de Kazbegi-regio. Deze eenvoudige bouwwerken, vaak opgetrokken uit lokaal gesteente, boden onderdak aan herders die hun vee hoedden in de uitgestrekte bergweiden. De ligging in het ruige landschap, omringd door imposante bergen, weerspiegelt de afgelegen en zelfvoorzienende levensstijl van de herders. In de zomer trokken zij met hun kuddes naar hoger gelegen graslanden, terwijl deze onderkomens dienden als tijdelijke schuilplaatsen tegen de kou en harde wind. Vandaag de dag zijn deze ruïnes stille getuigen van een eeuwenoude traditie die nog steeds voortleeft in de Kazbegi-regio, waar herders en nomadische gemeenschappen hun vee blijven hoeden in harmonie met de natuur.
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Udabno is located in eastern Georgia — a world of vast emptiness and rolling hills, close to the border with Azerbaijan, offering a fascinating contrast to the green, mountainous regions of the country. Here, a sprawling semi-desert landscape unfolds, with colorful hills, dusty trails, and endless horizons. The earth shines in shades of yellow, red, and brown, especially when the sun hangs low in the sky, and the silence feels almost tangible. Not far from the village of Udabno lies Jikurebi Lake, a hidden gem tucked away in this rugged landscape. The Lake is a natural lake and the water level changes depending on the season. This small, peaceful lake is surrounded by gently rolling semi-desert hills and vast open plains. Thanks to its remote location, Jikurebi Lake feels incredibly serene — you’ll often have the whole place to yourself. The calm waters mirror the endless sky, and the area is perfect for quiet walks, picnics, or simply soaking up the silence. Occasionally, shepherds pass by with their flocks, adding to the timeless, almost dreamlike atmosphere. Especially in the early morning or at sunset, when the light turns golden and the hills glow with warm colors, Jikurebi Lake feels truly magical.
Udabno lies in eastern Georgia, where vast, rolling hills meet endless skies near the Azerbaijan border. The landscape here is a colorful tapestry of semi-desert terrain, with dusty trails and a silence that feels almost sacred. Hidden among these hills is Jikurebi Lake — a peaceful, remote spot perfect for quiet walks and reflection. The still water mirrors the sky, and sometimes shepherds pass by with their flocks, adding to the timeless beauty. At sunrise and sunset, when the hills glow in soft golds and reds, the lake feels nothing short of magical.
Udabno ligt in het oosten van Georgië — een wereld van uitgestrekte leegte en golvende heuvels, vlak bij de grens met Azerbeidzjan, en vormt een fascinerend contrast met de groene, bergachtige delen van het land. Hier ontvouwt zich een uitgestrekt halfwoestijnachtig landschap met kleurrijke heuvels, stoffige paden en eindeloze horizonten. De aarde kleurt in tinten geel, rood en bruin, vooral wanneer de zon laag aan de hemel staat, en de stilte is bijna tastbaar. Niet ver van het dorp Udabno ligt het Jikurebimeer, een verborgen pareltje in deze ruige omgeving. Dit kleine, vredige meer is omgeven door glooiende halfwoestijnheuvels en uitgestrekte vlaktes. Het meer is een natuurlijk meer en het waterniveau verandert afhankelijk van het seizoen. Door de afgelegen ligging voelt het Jikurebimeer ongelooflijk sereen aan – vaak heb je het hele landschap voor jezelf. Het kalme water weerspiegelt de eindeloze lucht, en de omgeving is perfect voor rustige wandelingen, picknicks of simpelweg genieten van de stilte. Af en toe trekken herders met hun kuddes voorbij, wat bijdraagt aan de tijdloze, bijna dromerige sfeer. Vooral in de vroege ochtend of tijdens zonsondergang, wanneer het licht goud kleurt en de heuvels oplichten in warme tinten, voelt het Jikurebimeer werkelijk magisch aan.
Tambour en éclats,
jongle le cœur tsigane,
vivre, c’est danser.
Drums crack through the night,
the juggler's soul spins with fire,
to live is to dance.
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Cirque Imagine Lyon.
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In the vast, endless sea of sand, Where the sun blazes fierce and grand, A creature roams, both strong and free, A symbol of desert's mystery.
With humps that store the precious fat, A marvel of nature, imagine that! Through arid lands and scorching days, The camel treads in timeless ways.
Its feet, so broad, on dunes they glide, A gentle sway, a steady stride. In storms of sand, it closes tight, Its nostrils shut, a wondrous sight.
Underneath the sun's cruel gaze, It finds cool rest in shaded haze. A drink of water, seldom found, It journeys far on barren ground.
Thorny plants, it munches with ease, Survives on dry, the toughest trees. A friend to those who call sand home, In golden dunes, it loves to roam.
A lifeline in the harshest clime, A bond that's stood the test of time. The ship of the desert, bold and true, In sunlit lands, it ventures through.
Oh camel, proud and wise you stand, A guardian of this arid land. With grace and strength, you chart your course, The desert’s ship, its enduring force.
Tambour en éclats,
jongle le cœur tsigane,
vivre, c’est danser.
Drums crack through the night,
the juggler's soul spins with fire,
to live is to dance.
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Cirque Imagine Lyon.
A breathtaking view of the Namibian landscape, where arid plains stretch beneath a brilliant blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds. Sparse trees and rugged mountains complete this stunning scene of African wilderness.
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Beautiful view on the semi-desert landscape of Udabno — a world of vast emptiness and rolling hills. Udabno is located in eastern Georgia, near the border with Azerbaijan, and forms a fascinating contrast to the green, mountainous regions of the country. Here stretches a vast semi-desert landscape of colorful, rolling hills, dusty tracks, and endless horizons. The earth glows in shades of yellow, red, and brown, especially when the sun hangs low in the sky, and the silence is almost tangible. In this rugged environment, traditional shepherds still roam. With small flocks, they move across the open terrain on foot or horseback, searching for patches of grass. Sometimes they appear as tiny dots on the horizon, their loyal dogs at their sides. Their simple, hardy way of life has changed little over the centuries, giving the region an authentic, timeless feel. The combination of the striking landscape, the profound stillness, and the presence of the shepherds makes Udabno a truly unique place where time seems to stand still.
1. centre The last riders of Udabno: guardians of the sheep, 2. top left The stillness beyond the hills of Udabno, 3. The forgotten gate to the David Gareja Hinterlands, 4. The Natlismtsemeli tower above the endless hills carved by wind and time, 5. At Jikurebi lake, the Earth shines in shades of yellow, red, and brown, 6. Georgia’s silent South etched by time, 7. Still lake in the rolling plains of Udabno, 8. At Jikurebi lake, the Earth shines in shades of yellow, red, and brown, 9. Travel back in time: the cave monastery of Natlismtsemeli, 10. Path through the empty land – our off-road journey to Natlismtsemeli, 11. A Georgian monastery at the edge of the world, 12. The shaded side of the monastery mountain, 13. Built into stone – the monastery entrance in Kakheti.
Prachtig uitzicht op het halfwoestijnachtige landschap van Udabno — een wereld van uitgestrekte leegte en golvende heuvels. Udabno ligt in het oosten van Georgië, vlak bij de grens met Azerbeidzjan, en vormt een fascinerend contrast met de groene, bergachtige delen van het land. Hier ontvouwt zich een uitgestrekt halfwoestijnachtig landschap met kleurrijke, golvende heuvels, stoffige paden en eindeloze horizonten. De aarde kleurt in tinten geel, rood en bruin, vooral wanneer de zon laag aan de hemel staat, en de stilte is bijna tastbaar. In deze ruige omgeving leven nog altijd traditionele schapenherders. Met kleine kuddes trekken ze te voet of te paard door het open terrein, op zoek naar grazige stukken land. Soms verschijnen ze als stipjes aan de horizon, hun honden wakend aan hun zijde. Hun eenvoudige, stoere levensstijl lijkt al eeuwenlang onveranderd en geeft deze streek een authentieke sfeer. De combinatie van het bijzondere landschap, de diepe rust en de aanwezigheid van de herders maakt Udabno tot een unieke plek waar de tijd lijkt stil te staan.
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Berber woman preparing traditional bread for us. Not sure what the red stain on her hand is from, possibly henna? The people of Merzouga are a nomadic people in the desert, moving with the climate and growing seasons.
Mongolia is home to one of the world’s last surviving nomadic cultures, and these nomads still live in traditional ways. Up to 40 percent of Mongolians live as nomadic herders.
A camel navigating a sand dune in the Gobi kicks up a trail of dust at sunset. The rim light on that camel is just amazing.
To be exhilarated by the fresh air and refreshed by the sweet water of the mountains,
to be woken up by a brisk morning walk or relaxed by evening saunter on the grassy alpine meadows,
To be thrilled by the snow in the winter and elated by wildflowers in spring,
To crave for a simple life in the wilderness....
When I spotted this herd lazily grazing by the rolling summer meadows in the heart of the breathtaking mountainous terrain of Kyrgyzstan, I craved for the simple life these herders had. Tough though it may be, this simple life seemed so much more fulfilling. I guess grass in always greener on the other side.
What do you crave for in your ideal 'simple life'?
At Bashi
Kyrgyzstan