AKIPRESS.COM - The hunting birds festival kicked off in Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, Turmush reports.

This festival is held since 2004 with participation of vacationers and tourists, said organizer Bakyt Choitonbayeva.

Various tournaments with hunting birds were held during the festival.

“Over 30 tourists from 5 countries of the world attended the festival this time. They familiarized with the Kyrgyz culture and traditions. The competition winners received cash prizes,” she said.