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Visit Mongolia

  • 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 Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia

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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{3CEF4AC4-8C56-4629-88E5-54883EFF507E}The TransMongolian Express

These long-distance trains are warm, comfortable, and offer a great insight into the people and their way of life. The journey tends to be slow and very gentle.

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{4BB1C37E-6542-4DD2-8722-4616489A65D2}Bayangol Hotel

Located in Ulaan Baatar, the Bayangol has clean rooms with modern facilities, four restaurants serving Mongolian, Russian and European food.

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{46FCF228-D2D3-4771-A1C7-56FA616FEB8B}Ulaan Baatar Hotel

Located on Sukhbaatar Square in the very heart of the capital, the Ulaan Baatar Hotel offers a full range of western facilities, European and Asian dining, and is well-situated for a number...

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{F2E00BEB-0BE8-4F89-927F-E2879D84EE22}Khan Palace

Opened in 2005 the Khan Palace is well on its way to becoming Mongolia's only five-star hotel. Modern and fashionable in its outlook the hotel staff are well aware of the western customer's...

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