Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show how people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances 1
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Rainfall in the eastern Ghouta in the town of Ein Tirma and show ho6w people suffer in the winter and how they spend their day bringing in firewood, water and food in all their circumstances
Despite the fact that Uloq should traditionally be played in spring or autumn, horsemen like to play on fresh snow - it's safer when you fall from a horse.
A big round target marks the finish line where the winning rider is supposed to lay the carcass - without getting it stolen from him by other riders with whips clenched in their teeth and horses trained to bite.
The jury consists of respected people (aksakals) who inspect horsemen, the carcass and monitor the game to make sure it goes on according to the rules.
The jury will grant the winner a prize: it can be anything from a horse or carpet to a TV or even a car.
Spectators enjoy alcoholic beverages while braving the cold to watch the game. Their drinks of choice: vodka and cheap local wine called "Porto 53."
A Uloq rider mounts his horse before the game.
Riders who become too tired to carry on or who are injured can leave the game at any time.
The hoard of riders waits for a signal from the jury that marks the beginning of the game.
Uloq fans are often criticized for drinking and bad behavior.
Fans wait in line to enter the massive field where the game will take place in Ertosh.
While men ride horses into the game, children and young boys ride donkeys.
Riders try to wear warm clothes made of thick layers of cotton to prevent injuries from horses and other riders.
A carcass used for the game should first be beheaded. A regulation carcass weighs between 30 and 40 kg.
A game of Uloq has just begun before a packed audience in Ertosh, Uzbekistan.
Spectators try to find elevated places to have a good view on the game.
Riders are allowed to whip each other. They often hold their whips in their mouths while trying to control their horses with both hands.
Riders are not allowed to attack each other from the back, but all other kinds of physical attack are permitted.
Bizarrely and painfully, it is allowed for horses to bite riders and other horses. Riders often train their horses to perform such a trick on command.