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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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Visit Khogno Khan Mountain, Mongolia

Khogno Khaan Mountain is set on the corners of three aimag provinces and has long been a sacred place for Mongolians.

Khogno Khan Mountain

Mongolia

The site of a one-time religious battle, where two Buddhist sects clashed and killed one another, Khogno Khaan Mountain now sits at peace, its valleys stretching upwards into vast rock outcroppings with the lines of ancient strata clearly displayed.

Some of its hidden places were described in 'The Secret History of the Mongols', the mysterious biography of the Khaans, by no known author.

Set on the corners of three aimag provinces, the mountain has long been a sacred place for Mongolians, but walking between the mighty rock outcroppings now you are more likely to spy reclusive wild game and birds of prey than marauding hordes.

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