A new short film highlights the stunning scenery of Mongolia’s natural beauty while paying tribute to the new tradition of ‘grappling’ that is taking over the country.

Mongolia is one of the most grappling-crazy nations on earth, with traditional wrestling being the national sport since the times of antiquity. Following recent Olympic success, this is starting to change thanks to the growth of judo.

The video, produced by the International Judo Federation (IJF), is one of the ongoing series Judo For The World, which has visited many nations around the globe. The video features three figures: a rising star, the godfather of judo in the country, and a respected Olympian given a chance to visit the nation.

Mongolian judo hopeful D.Byambadorj explains about traditional Mongolian culture and describes his love for the ‘gentle way,’ saying that judo helps develop qualities such as discipline, resilience, and intelligence.

The president of Mongolia himself, Kh.Battulga, is a lifelong practitioner of the sport, having been a member of the Mongolian wrestling team.