Exploring The Nenets Unveiling The Culture Of SiberiaS Nomadic Herders
In the frigid expanse of Siberia’s Arctic, the Nenets—a nomadic people numbering around 10,000—serve as the custodians of an ancient reindeer herding tradition, unique in its scope and practice. These guardians oversee an impressive herd of 300,000 reindeer, guiding them across a staggering 1,100-kilometer migration route.
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The territory they traverse is vast, spanning an area one and a half times the size of France, all under the relentless grip of sub-zero temperatures. Over the decades, the Nenets have gradually adjusted to the encroaching influences of the modern world, navigating the delicate balance between tradition and change..