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Riders are seen vying to seize a goat carcass during a Buzkashi competition held in Xinjiang on June 20, 2024. /CFP
Buzkashi players are pictured during a competition in Xinjiang on June 20, 2024. /CFP
Youths of the Tajik ethnic group participate in Buzkashi match in Xinjiang on June 20, 2024. /CFP
Buzkashi riders are pictured in Xinjiang on June 20, 2024. /CFP
Amid the high-altitude landscapes of Xinjiang's Taxkorgan County, an ancient pastime comes to life as local youths of the Tajik ethnic group engage in the sport of Buzkashi. As hooves thunder and cheers erupt, the atmosphere is electric with excitement. Known as "goat pulling," this cultural event is practiced among various ethnic groups in western Xinjiang.
Buzkashi is far more than just a sport; it is a fierce competition that highlights strength, skill, and teamwork, often held during festivals and joyous gatherings. Riders gallop across the rugged terrain of the Pamir Plateau, vying to seize a goat carcass and carry it to a designated goal. This intense contest showcases not only their physical prowess but also their deep-rooted cultural heritage.