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Camels: the two-humped hope of Russia’s Buddhist republic

Published: 12 August, 2009, 10:49


The Kalmyks of southern Russia have been living off the land for generations. Though after Stalin's deportations their traditions nearly died out, the Kalmyks are reviving their skills in breeding horses and camels.

 
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