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Tyva: The sounds of nature

Published 7 Aug, 2012 23:30 | Updated 12 Aug, 2012 17:44

People of this Russian republic carefully keep up their old traditions like throat singing and wood carving. Shamanism is still practiced and they strongly believe in the power of their rituals. Separated far from civilization in Eastern Siberia, the residents mostly live in traditional dwellings, although there are some modern houses. Despite the rustic way of life, foreigners are nonetheless attracted to this land. Find out more on RT!

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