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  • Ancient history

    The story of Genghis Khan is fascinating; from his unification of disparate Mongolian clans to the violent rampages across Asia, conquering almost half the known world.

    Ancient history
  • Dinosaurs

    Although it's difficult to believe, once Mongolia's Gobi region was an oasis of lakes, marshes and swamps which were home to a vast variety of dinosaur species. Today, fossils of these fascinating creatures are still being unearthed. Indeed its possible to visit some of these areas as well as to view some of the country's most famous finds.

    Dinosaurs
  • Festivals

    The Nadaam festival is a spectacle to behold, with local nomads attending from around the country to show off their skills in the “manly” sports horse racing, archery and wrestling. A true Mongolian custom!

    Festivals
  • Landscapes

    Mongolia is a country with a vast variety of differing landscapes. From the lush, alpine valleys found in the north around Lake Khuvsgul to the vast steppe lands at Khustai National Park along with the desolate splendour of the Gobi, Mongolia offers a variety of idyllic and stunning views.

    Landscapes
  • Local communities

    Largely a nomadic nation, traditional Mongolian communities have cantered life around tented “ger” camps, which are still home to thousands of Mongolian people today.

    Local communities
  • Monasteries & Shamanism

    It's virtually impossible to travel in Mongolia for any length of time without encountering something which relates to Mongolian spirituality. Buddhist monasteries can be found within the major towns and cities whilst cairns of stones and other offerings litter the countryside, festooned with vivid blue prayer flags.

    Monasteries & Shamanism
  • Off the beaten track

    The sheer size and vast openness of the Mongolian plains are breathtaking. The Gobi desert covers over 2 million hectares and is home to an array of wildlife and varying terrain.

    Off the beaten track

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  • Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
  • Kharakorum
  • Khogno Khan Mountain
  • Khustaii Nuruu National Park
  • Lake Khuvsgul
  • Ongi Khiid
  • The Gobi Desert
  • Tsenkher Springs
  • Ulaan Baatar
  • White Lake
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    • Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
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    • For a time, Kharakorum was the political, economic and cultural centre of the vast Mongol Empire, housing great palaces, mosques, churches and monasteries representing many of the world’s religions.
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    • Khogno Khaan Mountain is set on the corners of three aimag provinces and has long been a sacred place for Mongolians.
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    • Khustaii Nuruu National Park
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    • Lake Khuvsgul
    • Khuvsgul is of enormous depth - the deepest lake in North Asia, up to 900 feet deep with a surface area of some 2700 square kilometres. The surrounding countryside is a joy for the explorer - clean air and quiet glades in the taiga forest.
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    • On the banks of the Ongi River lie the ruins of two Buddhist Monasteries, Barlim and Khutagd Khiid. In earlier days more than 500 Monks were resident here.
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    • The Gobi Desert
    • The great Gobi Desert stretches across much of southern Mongolia and its border with neighbouring China, and ranges from the towering sand dunes at Khongoryn Els to more forgiving terrain home to ibex, camel and the rare Gobi bear.
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    • Tsenkher Springs
    • Tsenkher Springs is a great place to stop and reinvigorate yourself before continuing your journey through Mongolia.
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    • Ulaan Baatar
    • As urban capital of a nomadic nation, Ulaan Baatar is something of a paradox, but with the modern world rapidly sweeping away the monolithic remnants of the Soviet era the city has become a forward-looking, if laid-back, base from which to explore this remarkable country.
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    • White Lake
    • White Lake is surrounded by extinct volcanoes and is a perfect spot for bird and wildlife watching.
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Popular Places in Mongolia

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{AB80EBFC-743B-4421-8284-965656D7D308}Kharakorum

A historical gem linked to Genghis Khan.

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{81A26F04-DB45-466E-BE53-87BF303803EE}Khustaii Nuruu National Park

Home to much wildllife, including the last truly wild horse species.

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{92B59819-BDAE-458D-9CA4-03315A2F4516}Lake Khuvsgul

The deepest lake in North Asia with water of unrivalled purity.

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{6973931E-B1A3-4420-BA3E-176945DB012F}The Gobi Desert

Experience the magnificent sand dunes of Khongoryn Els here.

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{62278711-E867-413A-9007-18849A1725E2}Ulaan Baatar

Urban capital of a nomadic nation with an impressive number of sites.

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