'At Chabysh' Festival Showcases Kyrgyz Nomadic Culture

The festival is dedicated to the Kyrgyz horse, a potent symbol of Kyrgyz nomadic lifestyle.

Boys aged 8-12 are also compete in the horse races.

Locals young and old enjoy the festivities.

The festival attracts large numbers of tourists every year.

Yurts, the traditional tent dwellings of Kyrgyz nomads, provide visitors with refreshments.

Traditional Kyrgyz meals are prepared at the festival.

Traditional Kyrgyz horse games are the highlight of the festival.