Uyghurs hold sheep in their mouths
Sheep-grabbing on horseback is a traditional competitive event shared by many ethnic groups in Xinjiang, including the Uygur, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, and Tajik. It is widely distributed in Xinjiang. Sheep-grabbing competitions are generally held between two tribes or two groups, and the winner is the one who "grabs" the sheep and safely delivers it to the designated location. Bachu County is part of the ancient Daolang area, and it still retains some traditional customs that reflect the characteristics of fishing and hunting civilization. Sheep-grabbing is one of the most popular traditional sports in the county. As a wrestling competition conducted on horseback, the sheep-grabbing competition is characterized by strength and bravery, and can cultivate the courage and strong, calm, and witty character of the participants. Due to the high cost of raising horses for each household, the sheep-grabbing activity among the people is currently decreasing and needs to be protected. (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.) (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.)