"Deadly Drunken Journey": Autumn sheep driving in the mountains of the Caucasus

Magnificent in the summer, the Caucasus Mountains plunge into the cold early, changing their appearance dramatically, and become harsh and unsuitable for life.

In a short period of golden autumn, flocks of sheep begin to drive from the tops of the mountains to their feet, where the grass is not so juicy, but the winter is not so harsh. Sheep go to the "winter apartments", accompanied by shepherds - people and dogs.

A fabulously beautiful photo report from the artist Amos Chapple, shot in the vicinity of Tusheti. Trip, which the author of the pictures called "deadly drunk journey."

A group including, in addition to the crew, several dozen shepherds. As well as horses, dogs and 1200 sheep!

A kid named Georgik.

Flow transition.

Climbing the Abano Pass with a height of 2850 meters.

A simple snack.

A strong, burning drink made from the remains of wine products. This is chacha, it is drunk with toasts to the mountains, guests and friends.

Some puppies have to be transported like this - they have not yet become stronger for such transitions.

Abano Pass

Well-trodden path.

Congestion.

Sheep is an expensive animal, each of them costs about $ 60. They require attention during long, difficult journeys.

Smoke break.

Sheep traffic in the mountains of the Caucasus.

The kid is resting.

With the onset of darkness, such a picture occurs.

For some, the transition is unbearable.

Fabulous and dangerous mountain slopes in the shades of autumn.

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