The faces of the Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival.

In the rugged terrain of the Mongolian steppe, a skilled eagle hunter, clad in traditional fur-lined garments, stands poised with his majestic golden eagle. The bird, a symbol of strength and precision, rests calmly on his gloved arm, ready for the hunt. Beside him, a white horse with a saddle waits patiently, a vital companion in this ancient practice. This moment captures the deep bond between human, bird, and beast, preserved through generations at the Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival. Photographer Ekaterina Dubrovskaya documents this cultural heritage with reverence and clarity.