Young jockeys heading for the finish line of one of Mongolia's horse racing competitions during the Naadam Festival

In all Mongolian horse races, the jockeys are children – both boys and girls. What constitutes a long race in Mongolia? Anything from 10km up to 27 km depending on the age of the horse. Yep. You read that correctly. 10 to 27km. If you would like to experience in a up-close and real way, do get in touch!

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