Ultimate Guide to the World Nomad Games in Astana
The fifth World Nomad Games are set to kick off this weekend in Astana, Kazakhstan, bringing together traditional archers, wrestlers, and racers from around the world. With 2,430 participants from 89 countries, including newcomers like Australia, South America, Venezuela, Ireland, and Gambia, this year’s event promises to be an exciting and diverse competition.
Featuring 97 medal sets across 21 sports and a total prize fund of 250 million tenge ($518,000), the World Nomad Games will showcase the skills and traditions of nomadic cultures from across the globe. The event has also attracted significant media attention, with reporters from CNN, BBC, Euronews, and CCTV covering the action.
In addition to the sports competitions, the games will offer a rich cultural and scientific program, with over 100 cultural events planned in the ethno-village and a scientific program featuring participants from 12 countries. The event will culminate in a closing ceremony on September 13, where Uzbekistan is expected to be announced as the host country for the next World Nomad Games.
Kazakhstan is also playing a key role in the event, providing animals like horses and eagles for the competitions. With 560 sport horses and 45 birds from Mongolia and the Kyrgyz Republic participating, the traditional hunting competitions are sure to be a highlight of the games.
For those attending the World Nomad Games, logistics are being well taken care of, with 20 hotels and 331 vehicles mobilized to accommodate athletes. Special buses will transport participants to the sports venues, and shuttle buses will be available for the public free of charge.
Tickets for the games, ranging from 1,000 tenge ($2) to 15,000 tenge ($31) for adults, are still available, with discounts for retirees, people with disabilities, and students. For more information about the event, a call center can be reached at 1355. Don’t miss out on this unique and exciting opportunity to experience the rich traditions of nomadic cultures from around the world at the fifth World Nomad Games in Astana.
