Have you ever wondered what it’s like to move with a million animals? 🌟 In Altay, a beautiful region in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, that’s exactly what’s happening!
Every spring, more than one million sheep and cows take a big journey with their herders. 🐑➡️🌿 They leave their chilly winter homes and travel to greener, warmer pastures where the grass is fresh and tasty.
Since late March, herders have been guiding their animals along special paths called “livestock routes.” Imagine seeing thousands of sheep and cows walking together across open fields—it’s like a moving sea of fluffy and furry friends! 🐄🐑🌄
This amazing journey isn’t just about finding food. It’s also a big part of the way people have lived in Altay for many, many years. The herders follow traditions passed down through generations, living closely with their animals and the land. 🌍❤️
The sight of so many animals moving together is truly a spectacular scene. It shows the special bond between the herders and their animals and the rhythm of life on the wide, open steppe. 🐾🌾
Isn’t it incredible how animals and people work together in harmony with nature? Next time you go on a hike or a walk, think about the big journey these animals make every year! 🚶♂️🐑
Reference(s):
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