Undurkhaan also spelled as Ondorkhaan is the capital city of Khentii Province in Asian country Mongolia, about 290 kms east of national capital Ulan Bator.

Geography and Climate of Undurkhaan:

Undurkhaan is placed on the banks of Kherlen River located between 47°19′24″ N 110°39′40″ E and features a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters. It is considered as the second coolest city of the country.

Economy of Undurkhaan:

The economy of Undurkhaan is based on coal mining and the important coal plant of the province Chandgana Tal coalfield is situated 53 kms away from the city.

Connectivity to Undurkhaan:

Undurkhaan is served by Ondorkhaan Airport with daily flights to national capital Ulan Bator situated just few kms away from the city. There are numerous Taxis plying between Undurkhaan and Ulan Bator regularly and costs 30,000 to 45,000 T per head depends upon the numbers of travelers.

Through Bus:

Bus is the budgeted way to travel between Ulan Bator and Undurkhaan. The buses depart from Ondorkhaan post office at 8 AM daily and tourists can reach Ulan Bator at 2 PM and it costs around 10,000T. Also Undurkhaan has good connectivity with other major regions of the country like Bor-Undu, Choibolsan, and Baruun-Urt.

Taxis are very common in Mongolia including Undurkhaan and charges 500T/kilometer.

Culture, Cuisine and Shopping in Undurkhaan:

Undurkhaan houses the population of an ethnic people from Siberia ‘Buryats’ and other communities like Khalkha and Khotgoid. The horse festival and wrestling competitions are very popular among the regions of Undurkhaan and its surroundings. Most of the people are engaged in agricultural activity for their livelihood and some people working in administrative offices and leading own business.

Buryats boots is the well known item made by Buryats ethnic people and it may costs around 60,000T per pair and some bakeries offer fluffier, colorful, and delicious Buryat bread. Other than bakeries, several super markets serve these tasty breads.

Culinary Cafe is the vegetarian food corner open from morning 11 to evening 7, offer variety of Pizzas and Burgers along with Mongolian dish. The famous restaurants in Undurkhaan include China Restaurant, Khangard and Och. All these restaurants serve customers with both Mongolian and Western Food.

Tourist Attractions in Undurkhaan:

Museum of Khentii:

Khentii Museum is the most important museum of the province located in Undurkhaan. It is open from morning 9 to evening 6 and entrance fee is 1,500 T. It has a large collection of stunning replica of Chinngis Khan’s ger and major information of Undurkhaan history. It is one of the must visit places in Undurkhaan.

Buddhist Monastery:

Buddhist Monastery is one of the beautiful monasteries of Khentii Province located in the south of Undurkhaan City and the west of Kherlen River Bridge. The beautiful structure of the monastery is a main highlight.

Khan Park:

Khan Park is situated in the centre of Undurkhaan City and it begins from the Khentil Museum and finishes at sports complex of Undurkhaan. The park contains statue of Chinngis Khan and stone image of Mongol horse.

Other tourist attractions near Undurkhaan include:

• Turkic Balbal
• Rashaan Rock
• Kherlen River
• Deluun Boldog
• Baldan Baraivan Monastery

Best time to visit Undurkhaan:

The best time to visit Undurkhaan is between May and October.

Accommodation Options in Undurkhaan:

The facilities available in the hotels of Undurkhaan include spa, sauna, hot steam baths, room heaters and laundry services. Major hotels in Undurkhaan are as follows:

• Public Hotel
• Jonon Hotel
• Governor’s Hotel
• Erdes Hotel
• Hotel Negdulchin
• Khuvchiin Jonon Hotel
• Negdelchin Hotel
• Bayan-Undur Manal Hotel
• Chinggis Hotel
• Jargalan Hotel

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Uliastai is the capital city of the province of Zavkhan located in the western part of Mongolia. It is situated about 1115 kms from the Ulan Bator, the capital city of the country. Uliastai houses numerous historical museums and ancient monasteries.

Geography and Climate of Uliastai:

Uliastai is placed on the river valley at the confluence of two rivers Bogdiin Gol and Chigestai. It is covered all the sides by mountains is placed at an altitude of 1753 meters and occupies an area of 32.04 sq.km.

Uliastai is situated between 47°44′34″ N latitude and 96°50′36″ E longitude. Uliastai has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters.

History of Uliastai:

In the period of Qing rule in Mongolia, Uliastai was founded in the year 1733 by Manchu Dynasty.

How to reach Uliastai?

The airport of Uliastai is located 3 kms away from the centre of the city, but not in service. The nearest functioning airport to Uliastai is Donoi Airport served by Aero Mongolia and Eznis with frequent flights to and from Ulan Bator and is placed 25 kms away from the city. Public buses play major role in the transportation of Uliastai and tourists can board buses at Uliastai City Bus Stand and the local bus terminals to reach Tosontsengel and other main cities of the province.

Food, Culture and Shopping in Uliastai:

The culture of the Uliastai is influenced by other regions of country and the locals of Uliastai are hard workers and have good talent in producing handicraft products. The population of Uliastai is filled with Khalkha, Khotgoid and Kazakh communities. The natives arrange cultural events of dance and music every month for entertainment purpose.

Chinese food habits have influenced the regular cuisine of Uliastai. Other than local food corners, the city houses numerous Chinese, Indian, Thai, Italian, other Asian countries and European food corners all around. Crystal Restaurant is the major food corner of Uliastai located above Orgil Supermarket serve customers with both lunch and dinner. It is a best weekend dinner spot and includes discotheque also. Crystal Soup and Crystal Food are very popular in this restaurant.

Tourist Attractions in Uliastai:

The Famous People Museum of Zavkhan:

The Famous People Museum of Zavkhan is presented to the earlier great persons of Zavkhan Province including prime ministers, presidents, Generals and Buddhist saints. It has 9 Halls, each of them dedicated to 9 great figures and also the museum has relics of these nine people.

Zavkhan History Museum:

Zavkhan History Museum showcases the different histories of the province with 6 halls and the histories contain natural history, cultural history, ethnography, modern history and religious history.

Ochirpurev Tsogt:

Ochirpurev Tsogt is a beautiful Nyingma temple located in the main street in the vicinity of historical museum.

Togs Boyant Javklhant:

Togs Boyant Javklhant is placed near the Chigestai River and the temples encloses numerous stupas, a big Bodhisattva statue and a habitual Mongolian ger.

The list of other tourist attractions near Uliastai is as follows:

• Javkhlant Tolgoi
• The city Museum
• Buddhist Temple
• Khar Lake
• Tarvagatai Nuruu National Park
• Bayan Nuur
• The Manchu Fort
• The Nine White Stupas

Best time to visit Uliastai:

From May to October is the ideal time to holiday Uliastai to visit historical sites.

Accommodation Options in Uliastai:

Prominent hotels in Uliastai City are listed here below:

• Uliastai Hotel
• Uran Baigal Hotel
• Bolorjin Hotel and Restaurant
• Orgoo Hotel
• Skyline Hotel
• Jim Hotel
• Bolorjit Hotel
• Urguu Hotel
• Dush Hotel

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Olgii is the capital city of Bayan-Olgii Province in Western Mongolia which covers an area of 15 sq. km is placed about 1633 kms west of Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia.5 meters tall guyed radio mast is the major landmark of the city.

Geography of Olgii:

Olgii is situated towards the extreme west end of the country is positioned at an altitude of 1710 meters and is placed between 48°58′06″ N latitude and 89°58′07″ E longitude. Olgii features a desert climate with hot summers and cool winters.

History of Olgii:

Before the formation of modern nation of Mongolia, Olgii was a tribal Kazakh village and underwent some developments and turned into a city. Bayan-Olgii Province was found in the year 1940.

Connectivity to Olgii:

The airport of Olgii is situated 5 kms from the heart of the city, offers daily flights to national capital Ulan Bator and weekly flights to Hovd and Ulaangom of the country.

Due to the extensive distance between Ulan Bator and Olgii, there are only 3 buses from Olgii per week to Ulan Bator and costs around 80,000 Tugriks per trip. There is also bus facility available to Kazakhstan and it costs $100. To travel within the city tourists can hire Taxi or Minibuses.

Culture, Cuisine and Shopping in Olgii:

More than 88.7% citizens residing in Olgii are Kazakhs and the remaining population comprises of Uriankhai Dorvod Khalkha, Tuva and Khoshuud. The higher majority of people speak Kazakh and some natives speak both Kazakh and Mongolian. The city houses more than 4 mosques and is famous for its Kazakh music, embroidery and art works.

The Golden Eagle Festival is celebrated in October every year and is referred as UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Event. Altai Kazakh Eagle Festival is also a same type of cultural event organized at Sagsai Village every September. Other cultural events include Nauryz, Naadam and Altai Nomad’s Festival.

Olgii is known for variety of handicraft and embroidery products and the market of Oglii includes the shops of Meat, vegetables, fresh dairy, Meat, vegetables, fresh dairy and packaged food. Altai Craft and Kazakh Craft offer tourists products of Kazakh hats, bags, pillowcases, placemats and coats as well.

All the restaurants serve Kazakhstan and Mongolian food along with China. The best food corners in Olgii are Pamukkale, Arvins and Blue Wolf Cafe. Other than restaurants, the city also houses bar and nightclubs.

Places to see in Olgii:

Green Garden:

Green Garden is one of the prime attractions of Olgii and people visit this garden during evening hours to relax.  Summer months are best to visit this site.

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park:

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park is placed on the border of Russia and China spread over an area of 630,000 hectares. This park includes Tavan Bogd Mountains and numerous beautiful lakes and this is one of the favorite spots of trekkers and fish lovers in Mongolia.

Tsambagarav National Park:

Tsambagarav National Park is located on outskirts of Olgii city spans over an area of 110,960 hectares. The park is developed with glaciers, lakes, waterfalls and beautiful archeological sites.

Other tourist attraction near Olgii is as follows:

• Petroglyphs
• Turkic Standing Stones
• Museum
• Mosques
• Statues
• Kazakh National Theater
• Altai Mountains

Best time to visit Olgii:

September and October are the ideal months to visit Olgii when the famous Altai Kazakh Eagle Festival and Golden Eagle Festival are organized.

Accommodation Options near Olgii:

Other than hotels, Olgii houses several home stays as well and they also provide the similar facilities of hotels. Best hotels in Olgii are:

• Tavan Bogd Hotel
• Duman Hotel
• Blue Wolf Tours
• Altai Expedition Ger Camp
• Bear Valley Ger Camp
• Bastau Hotel
• Tsambagarav Hotel

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Ulaangom is the capital city of Uvs Province of Mongolia, about 1324 kms northwest of the national capital Ulan Bator. It is home to one branch of famous university, a college and five secondary schools.

Geography and Climate of Ulaangom:

Ulaangom is situated 120 kms south of the border of Russia and about 26 km southwest Uvs Lake. It is located between 49°59′ N latitude and 92°04′ E longitude and is placed at an elevation of 931 meters.

Ulaangom is one of the coolest regions of the country features a cold semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters.

History of Ulaangom:

It is said that Ulaangom was founded in the year 1686.

Connectivity to Ulaangom:

Ulaangom is placed on the border of Russia well connected with bordering regions of Russia and major cities of the country through highways. There are regular bus services accessible at Ulaangom City Bus Stand to reach nearby regions and the main cities as well.

Ulaangom is served by Deglii Tsagaan Airport situated 2 kms away from the city with daily flights to Ulan Bator and weekly air services to Khovd and Ulgii. The flights are operated by Aero Mongolia and Eznis Airways. Tourists can hire Taxi to reach airport from Ulaangom City.

Culture, Food and Shopping in Ulaangom:

Mongols, Turks, and their sub groups like Do’rbet, Bayid, Halh, Tuvans, Khotons and Kazakhs are inhabited in Ulaangom. The city houses a Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal monument which located in the opposite of administrative building of the province. Other than monuments, Ulaangom is home to several cultural centres, a university branch and one vocational college as well.

Mutton, horse meat, beef, goat meat and camel meat are very popular among the regions of Mongolia. Mutton plays a major role during the festive season and Chinese tea, noodles and bread are also very popular in Ulaangom. All the major hotels of Ulaangom serve customers with both Mongolian and Western style food like pizza and burger.

Ulaangom houses plenty of variety of shopping centres including cloth, shoes, retail, and handicraft, book, electrical and electronic. The products are available at reasonable rates compared to other regions of the country. Tourists can pick handicraft products of metal, wood and embroidery products at the shops located in the heart of the city.

Tourist Attractions in Ulaangom:

Dechinravjaalin Khiid Monastery:

Dechinravjaalin Khiid Monastery is situated in Ulaangom was constructed in 1757. It was once home to more than 2,000 monks and was demolished in the year 1937. Now tourists can see only the ruins of the monastery.

Ulaangom Museum:

Ulaangom Museum is placed in the centre of Ulaangom City and has photographs of wild life and Buddhist sculpture.

Uureg Nuur:

Uureg Nuur is the Mongolia’s largest lake located out of Ulaangom City. It is one of the must see place in Uvs Province.

Khyargas Nuur Natural Park:

Khyargas Nuur Natural Park is home to rare species of wild animals and birds.

Achit Lake:

Achit Lake is the biggest freshwater lake in Uvs Province.

The list of other tourist attractions near Ulaangom is as follows:

• Kharkhiraa Uul
• Tiirgen Uul
• Uvs Nuur
• Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal Monument

Best time to visit Ulaangom:

January and July are the best months to holiday Ulaangom.

Accommodation Options in Ulaangom:

All the below hotels have the facilities of laundry, massage, tennis, pub, buffets and restaurants and Cable TV. The best hotels in Ulaangom are:

• Bayalag Od Hotel
• Uvs Nuur Tsogtsolbor Hotel
• Achit Nuur Hotel
• Tavan Od Hotel

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Ulaanbaatar also known as Ulan Bator is the capital city of Mongolia, geographically positioned 47°55′12″ N 106°55′12″ E. It is the commercial, cultural and educational centre of the country and was found in the year 1639. As of 2012 census data, Ulaanbaatar has a population of 1,721,000.

Geography and Climate of Ulaanbaatar:

Ulaanbaatar is positioned at an altitude of 1,310 meters and has a total area of 4,704.4 sq. km. It features a cold semi-arid climate and is considered as the coldest country capital in the globe.

Economy of Ulaanbaatar:

Ulaanbaatar is referred as the industrial head of Mongolia and houses numerous large mines and the agro product industries. Copper, coal, molybdenum, tin and gold and tungsten are the rich mineral resources found in Ulaanbaatar.

History of Ulaanbaatar:

Prior to the Mongolia independence, Ulaanbaatar was called by different names like Ikh Khuree and Daa Khuree and later it was renamed as Ulan Bator in the year 1924.

Landmarks in Ulaanbaatar:

• Tsogchin Dugan Temple
• Erdem Itgemjit Temple
• Holy Trinity Church
• Winter Palace
• Gandan Monastery
• Opera House

Transportation in Ulaanbaatar:

Ulaanbaatar houses the Buyant Uhaa International Airport, the only international airport of Mongolia with direct flights to China, Japan, Russia, Germany, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan and Japan is located 20 kms from the city centre.

Ulaanbaatar is the heart of Mongolia’s highway system and is connected with all the major cities of the country and the bordering cities of Russia and China through roadways.

The railway network of Ulaanbaatar is equally good and is connected with only selected regions of the Mongolia, Russia and China. One can choose private buses or Taxis to travel within the city.

Culture, Food and Shopping in Ulaanbaatar:

Most of the people residing in Ulaanbaatar are Buddhist ethnic groups of Tuvans, Oirats and Buryats and few Christian and Muslim communities. Mongolian is the national language as well as a widely spoken language all over the country including Ulaanbaatar. Other languages communicated by the natives of Ulaanbaatar include Buryat, Mongolic, Kazakh Tuvan and Oirat languages.

Garuda is the official symbol of Ulaanbaatar and Naadam Festival is celebrated annually from July 11 to July 13 at National Sports Stadium, combined with horse-racing, wrestling competition and archery as well.

The hotels and the restaurants of Ulaanbaatar offer the dish of Mongolian, Asian and Western. Turning Point Cafe serves customers with international cuisine, variety of alcoholic beverages and melodious music. The list of budgeted, mid range and splurge food corners in Ulan Bator are as follows:

• Papa Cafe
• Ba Shu 888
• American Ger’ll
• El Latino Restaurant
• Millie’s Espresso
• Los Bandidos
• Sakura Restaurant

All the major shopping centres of Ulan Bator offer traditional clothes, jewelry, wall hangings, cashmere garments and boots as well. The best shops in Ulan Bator include State Department Store and The Naran Tuul.

Must see in Ulaanbaatar:

Bogd Kahn Museum:

Bogd Kahn Museum is placed in the centre of Ulan Bator City was built during 1893 -1903. The entrance fee is T2500 per head.

Opera House:

Opera House is a beautifully constructed temple located in the heart of the city, organizes musical competitions and shows.

Zaisan Memorial:

Zaisan Memorial was constructed in the reminiscence of brave soldiers who died in World War II.

Choijin Lama Monastery:

Choijin Lama Monastery has important information about Mongolian history and is open for visitors from morning 10 AM to evening 5 PM.

National Sport Stadium:

National Sport Stadium is the major sport stadium of the country located in Ulan Bator City. Every year July Naadam festival is organized in this venue.

The list of other tourist attractions in Ulaanbaatar is:

• Gandan Monastery
• Artificial Lake Castle
• Sukhbaatar Square
• Mongolian Theatre Museum
• The National Museum of Mongolia
• Holy Trinity Church
• Temple of the Choijin Lama
• West Geser Temple
• Tsogchin Dugan Temple
• Vajradhara Temple
• Erdem Itgemjit Temple
• Dambadarjaalin Monaster

Ideal time to visit Ulaanbaatar:

From May to October is the beast time to travel Ulan Bator.

Accommodation Options in Ulaanbaatar:

Ulan Bator is the capital city of country houses numerous international hotels with facilities like Parking place, Restaurant, Hot water boiler system, air ticket booking and pick up and drop facility to airport. The list of best hotels in Ulan Bator is as follows:

• Lotus Guesthouse
• Chinggis Guest House
• Green Steppe Mongolia Guest House
• Idre’s Guesthouse
• HS Khaan Resort Hotel
• Happy Camel Guesthouse
• Mandukhai Hotel
• Oasis Guesthouse
• Sunpath Hostel
• Red Rose Hotel
• EPOS Hotel
• Voyage Hotel
• The Kempinski Hotel
• The Chinggis Khaan Hotel
• The Bayangol Hotel

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Tsetserleg is the capital city of Arkhangai Province of Mongolia, about 513 kms away towards southwest of national capital Ulan Bator.

Geography and Climate of Tsetserleg:

Tsetserleg is placed between latitude 47°28′37″ in the north and longitude 101°27′01″ in the east. It experiences a humid continental climate with cold winters and hot summers.

History of Tsetserleg:

Tsetserleg was founded in 1680 and houses numerous ancient temples and historical monasteries.

Economy of Tsetserleg:

Tsetserleg is known for its food processing industries and is home to theatre, hotel, hospital, and an agricultural college.

Connectivity to Tsetserleg:

Tsetserleg is served by Tsetserleg Airport situated 2.5 kms from the city with daily flights to Ulan Bator operated by Aero Mongolia.

Every day at 8 AM, there are buses accessible at Dragon Bus Station of Ulaanbaatar heading towards Tsetserleg. Tourists must buy tickets a day in advance and it takes around 8 hours to reach, costs 18,000 tugrug. Other than public buses, tourists can board minibuses at low cost. To move within the city, car is the best option and costs between 500 and 2,000 T.

Cuisine and Shopping in Tsetserleg:

The hotels of Tsetserleg serve customers with both typical Mongolian and European food. Meat, potatoes, rice and soup is very common in the regular Mongolian diet. Expect price between 8,000 and 10,000 tugrug per dish in class hotels and the small local restaurants meals may be priced around 3,000 to 5,000 tugrug.

The Fairfield Guesthouse Cafe and Bakery offers Western style food and espresso coffee or cappuccino and bread available in this cafe is really mouthwatering. Naran Hotel is a bar attached, located beside the Fairfield Guesthouse and the walls of the hotels are colored with beautiful artworks. The Neptune is another major bar in Tsetserleg.

Apart from the hotels and restaurants, Tsetserleg houses numerous handicraft item shops at the centre of the city and they offer woolen items, metal and wooden artworks.

Tourist Attractions in Tsetserleg:

Summer Semchin Temple:

Summer Semchin Temple is the major temple of Tsetserleg situated towards the right side of the city centre. It is believed that, this temple was built during the end of 17^th century.

Winter Semchin Temple:

Winter Semchin Temple is another prime temple located towards the left side of the city centre and was constructed in the year 1680.

Guden Temple:

Guden Temple is historical temple and now been converted into a museum.

Buyandelgeruulekh Monastery:

Buyandelgeruulekh Monastery is the main monastery of Tsetserleg located in the town centre.

Zayain Khuree Monastery:

Zayain Khuree Monastery turned into a museum, situated within the town.

The list of other tourist attractions near Tsetserleg is as follows:

• Aimag Museum
• Lake Ogii
• Chuluut river
• Khorgo Mountain and White lake
• Khushuu Tsaidam
• Khorgo-Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park.
• Ogii Nuur

Best time to visit Tsetserleg:

October and July is the best time to visit Tsetserleg.

Accommodation Options in Tsetserleg:

According to August 2010 record of Tourism department of Arkhangai Province, more than 15950 tourists visited Arkhangai and 42.7% were foreign tourists. The hotels of Tsetserleg have the room facilities of standard, semi deluxe and deluxe with general and specialties like fitness centre, shower, bath, fridge, jug kettle and cable TV inside of room. Prominent hotels in Tsetserleg and its nearby regions are as follows:

• Hotel Zamchin
• Hotel Tsetserleg
• Hotel Naran
• Tsenger Hot Springs
• The Fairfield Guesthouse
• Sunder Hotel
• Rich Land Hotel
• Ar-Arvis Hotel

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Mandalgobi also spelled as Mandalgovi is the capital city of Dundgovi Province of Mongolia is placed on the border of the Gobi Desert, about 300 kms south of national capital Ulan Bator.

Geography and Climate in Mandalgobi:

Mandalgobi is situated between 45°46′00″ north latitude and 106°16′11″ east longitude and features a cold semi-arid climate with cool winters and hot summers.

The province of Mandalgobi and Dundgovi shares its borders with Omnogovi Province in the south, Tov Province to the north, Dornogovi Province towards east, Ovorkhangai Province on the west and Govisumber Province towards northeast.

Economy of Mandalgobi:

The economy of Mandalgobi is based on agricultural activities and the city houses few animal husbandry and livestock products industries. Also Mandalgobi is famous for fermented horse milk ‘airag’ among the regions of province.

How to reach Mandalgobi?

Public buses forms the primary mode of transport vehicles operating services in Mandalgobi and other than public buses, tourists can board micro-bus or Russian furgon or jeeps for local journey. Tourists can hire two wheelers to visit tourist places and to move within the city.

Mandalgobi Airport is 2 kms away from the midpoint of the city with regular flights to Ulan Bator and other prime cities of the country.

Culture, Cuisine and Shopping in Mandalgobi:

The culture of Mandalgobi is influenced by other surrounding regions of the province. Morin Huur is a type of traditional music very popular in the regions of Mandalgobi and another famous traditional music is the Long Song which is performed during all the major occasions of Mandalgobi.

Mutton is the most common staple food in Mandalgobi along with horse meat. Also the city houses numerous varieties of China, Russia and Mongolian food corners. The famous food in the meal of Mandalgobi is buuz, Khorkhog and khuushuur.

The restaurants at Mandalgobi offer both vegetarian and non vegetarian food with many varieties. If tourists wish to buy handicraft products, reach the shops placed centre of the city and they have the ability to fulfill tourists shopping requisite. Don’t forget to exchange currency at local banks, because all the shops don’t accept foreign currency.

Places to visit in Mandalgobi:

Baga Gazrin Chuluu:

Baga Gazrin Chuluu is a granite rock situated in the center of the sandy plains is worshiped by locals on a belief of holy rock and it is believed that, a legend Chinggis Khaan sited this rock in the past.

Shireet Tsagaan Nuur:

It is said that, the great person Zanabazar used Shireet Tsagaan Nuur to promote Mongolian Buddhism is located in Dundgovi Province.

Ongi Monastery:

Ongi Monastery is placed on the banks of River Ongiin and is the part of huge Bari Yonzon Khamba Monastery. It was constructed during eighteenth century and more than 500 monks resided during that era.

Ikh Gazrin Chuluu:

Ikh Gazrin Chuluu is popularly called as Stones of Great Place is located on the outskirts of Mandalgobi City.

Other tourist attraction near Mandalgobi is:

• Zorgol Khairkhan Uul

Best time to visit Mandalgobi:

Between May and September is the ideal time to holiday Mandalgobi to visit parks and monasteries.

Accommodation Options near Mandalgobi:

The hotels in Mandalgobi and in other regions of Dundgovi Province are listed below:

• Altangobi Hotel
• Mandal Hotel
• Temuujin Hotel
• Gobi Hotel
• Builder’s Hotel
• Ulaanbaatar Hotel
• Hotel Mongolia
• Bayangol Hotel
• Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace
• The Corporate Hotel
• Blue Sky Asia LLC
• Chinggis Khaan Hotel
• Palace Hotel
• Springs Hotel

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Khujirt is a district in Ovorkhangai Province located towards the southern part of Mongolia and Khujirt is situated about 417 kms southwest of Ulan Bator, the capital city of Mongolia.

Geography and Climate in Khujirt:

Khujirt is placed between latitude 28°.06’ in the north and longitude 75°.20’ in the east and experiences a subarctic climate. The summer months in Khujirt are mild and winter months are very cold.

The province of Khujirt ‘Ovorkhangai’ is surrounded by Bulgan Province in the north, Omnogovi Province towards south, Bayankhongor Province in the west, Dundgovi Province towards east, Arkhangai Province on the northwest and Omnogovi Province to the northeast.

Food, Culture and Shopping in Khujirt:

The population of Khujirt is filled with Buddhists, Hindus, Christians and Muslims. More than 90% people residing in Khujirt are Buddhists and the natives speak Russian and Chinese along with national language Mongolian. Horse festival and wrestling competition are organized during the summer months every year in Khujirt.

Most common dish among the regions of Khujirt includes Manti, Bansh, Khorkhog and Khuushuur. The meat of horse, beef, camel and sheep are common among the natives. Also Khujirt is home to several standard China, Russia and Thailand style hotels and few local restaurants also serve Chinese food along with Mongolian.

The hotels of Khujirt serve tourists with lot of love and care and also offer different offers to attract foreign tourists. If tourists have interest in buying handicraft products and archeological items, locate the best handicraft shops in the heart of the city. Otherwise, tourists can visit the shops of Kharkhorin City located about 140 kms from Khujirt.

Transportation in Khujirt:

Khujirt has its own airport located just away from the city with domestic flights to Ulan Bator and other major cities of Mongolia. Other nearest airports to Khujirt include Kharkhorin Airport (13 kms) and Arvaikheer Airport (103 kms). Other than the airway, Khujirt also has good connectivity with Ulan Bator through roadways and there are regular buses available from Khujirt Town Bus Stand to major cities and surrounding regions as well.

Tourist Attractions in Khujirt:

Khujirt Hot Spring:

Khujirt Hot Spring is located just away from Khujirt Town and tourists can get to from Kharkhorin City or from the main city Ulaanbaatar. It is believed that, these springs have medicinal properties.

Erdene Zuu Monastery:

Erdene Zuu Monastery is one of the prime monasteries of Mongolia situated near Kharkhorin City of Ovorkhangai Province. It was damaged during the war between Dzungars and Khalkh Mongols in the year 1688 and was reconstructed during the beginning of 18^th century.

Shankh Monastery;-

Shankh Monastery was built by the first Jebtsundamba Khutuktu ‘Zanabazar’ in the year 1647. The monastery is well known for its 7 Kalachakra Mandalas is located in the vicinity of another popular monastery Tuvhun Monastery.

The list of other tourist attractions near Khujirt is as follows:

• The Aimag Museum
• Kharkhorin Rock
• Tovkhon Monastery
• Tuvhun Monastery
• Flower Park
• Gandan Muntsaglan Khiid

Best time to visit Khujirt:

The ideal time to visit Khujirt is between May and September to enjoy the stunning beauty of Khujirt Hot Springs.

Accommodation Options in Khujirt:

It is better to book room of hotels of Khujirt through online in advance, because peak time of tourism getting room will be difficult. The major hotels in and around Khujirt are:

• Time Hotel
• Bayanbulag Hotel
• Kharaa Hotel
• Hobby Hotel
• Zalaa Hotel
• Ulzii Hotel
• Bayanshire Hotel
• Munkhsunder Hotel
• Zamchin Hotel
• Rich Land Hotel
• Tansag Hotel

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Khovd also spelled as Hovd is the capital city of Khovd Province of Mongolia, about 1464 kms west of national capital Ulan Bator. It was founded in the year 1731 and is well known for watermelon and tomato production.

Geography and Climate of Khovd:

Khovd is located between 48°00′15″ N latitude and 91°38′26″ E longitude and is placed about 1395 meters above the mean level of sea. It is spans over an area of 80 sq. km. and is bound by Govi-Altai Province in the east, Uvs Province to the north, Xinjiang, China to the south, Zavkhan Province towards northeast and Bayan-Olgii Province on the northwest. Khovd experiences a cold desert climate.

History of Khovd:

Khovd City was founded during the 17^th century by Galdan Boshogtu Khan of Dzungaria and derives its name from Khovd River.

How to reach Khovd?

Khovd is well connected with the major cities of the country Ulan Bator, Moron, and Bulgan through airway served by Khovd Airport situated 4 kms away from the city centre. Tourists can reach to and from Khovd by booking tickets in advance. It takes around 40 hours to reach Khovd from Ulan Bator by bus. Otherwise tourists can hire Taxi, but costly compared to bus. Airway is the best option to get Khovd.

Food and Shopping in Khovd:

There are few banks and ATMs located in Khovd, these may help tourists to withdraw cash or exchange currency. Khovd is the best city of embroidery product purchasers and Kazakh Embroidery Shop is the main embroidery shop located in the city centre. Tourists can pick products like purses, traditional Kazakh men’s hats, pillowcases, and carpets at reasonable prices. Ih Buyan Zah or Pink Market is a shopping complex and Nomin is a big supermarket of Khovd.

Most of the hotels of Khovd serve tourists with Mongolian and European countries with variations. Usually all the food corners are open from morning 8 AM to evening 9 PM. Hurag is the budgeted restaurant in Khovd and costs about 1000-2500 T for food. The mid range food corners in Khovd are Ochir, Beleg Tov and Buyant Restaurant. Winners and Ikh Mongol are high budget restaurants in Khovd.

Tourist Attractions in Khovd:

Baatar Khairhan Mountain:

Baatar Khairhan Mountain is a historical site located 6 km towards south of Khovd City is visited by huge number of foreign tourists for its historical importance.

Cave Paintings:

Cave Paintings at Tsenkheriin Agui in Mankhan soum are the major tourist attractions of Khovd Province, located about 100 kms southeast of Khovd City. It is said that, these paintings are more than 15,000 years old.

Mineral Springs:

Mineral Springs is a beautiful spring located in the northeast of Khovd City. It is believed that, these springs are best to cure skin diseases. Just near the Mineral Springs, there is one spring located called as ‘Drop Spring’ having power to cure heart diseases.

Khar-Us Lake:

Khar-Us Lake is a stunning lake which covers an area of 1,852 km² in Khovd Province.

Khar Us Nuur National Park:

Khar Us Nuur National Park is 850,000 hectare wide nature reserve located out of Khovd City. It is covered by ltai, Khangai and Tangyn Mountain ranges and is home to endangered species of animals and birds like the Swan Goose, White-tailed Eagle, the Mongolian Saiga, and the Snow Leopard. The entrance fee is 300 Tugrik for Mongolians and 3000 Tugrik for foreigners.

The list of other tourist attractions near Khovd is as follows:

• Khovd Museum
• The Statue of Amarsanaa
• Secret Park

Best time to visit Khovd:

Between May and September is the ideal time to visit Khovd to visit Khar-Us Lake and Khar Us Nuur National Park.

Accommodation Options in Khovd:

There are many budget and mid range hotels providing fine hospitality services to the tourists. The names of best hotels in Khovd are as follows:

• Grand Hotel
• Buyant Hotel
• Tsambagarav Hotel
• Ger Camp
• Strawberry Ger Hostel
• Myangan Ugalz Hotel
• Tengis Hotel

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Khatgal is a town in Alag-Erdene District of Hovsgol province in Mongolia, placed between 50°26′22″ N latitude and 100°09′42″ E longitude. It is located about 773 kms northwest of Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia.

Geography and Climate of Khatgal:

Khatgal is placed on the southern side of Khovsgol Lake and features a subarctic climate with wet summers and dry winters. It is positioned about 1656 meters above the mean level of sea.

History of Khatgal:

Khatgal was founded in the year 1727 and once served as the administrative capital of Khovsgol Aimag in 1931, two years later the capital moved to Moron. Khatgal is the birth place of former Mongolian health minister Lamjavyn Gundalai.

Economy of Khatgal:

Tourism is playing a major role in the economy of Khatgal and agriculture is also supporting the economy of Khatgal.

Cuisine, Culture and Shopping in Khatgal:

Khatgal is inhabited by different ethnic groups like Darhad, Hotgojd, Urianhaj, Buryats and Tsaatan. The natives of Khatgal are very hard workers and give more importance to religious festivals and have very good talent in handicraft production.

There are numerous modern retail outlets and cloth showrooms in Khatgal town in recent years, because of rich visit of foreign tourists. Tourists can purchase handicraft products at the shops situated in the heart of the town.

Beef, Chicken and Goat, Horse are common in daily diet of Khatgal. Other than meat, the natives are fond of chicken soups and variety of coffees. The best food corners near Khatgal in Moron City include:

• 50° 100° Hotel
• Jargalan Restaurant
• Shalom Burger

Connectivity to Khatgal:

The airport of Khatgal is served by MIAT Mongolian Airlines with domestic flights to major regions of the country including national capital Ulan Bator. Bus services are also good to and from Khatgal and tourists can hire Taxi or Motor bikes from the local travel agents to visit tourist destinations, or wait at local bus terminals to board public buses.

Places to see in Khatgal:

Hovsgol Nuur:

Hovsgol Nuur is a beautiful lake located in Hovsgol province of Mongolia, located at a coordinates of 51°06′ N 100°30′ E. It is the biggest lake of the country in volume and is located at an altitude of 1645 meters. The lake is 136 kms in length, width of 36.5 kms and 262 meters depth and covered by MONH Sardag Mountain in the north and contains perch, burbot and trout lenok.

Hovsgol National Park:

Hovsgol National Park is the major identity of Hovsgol Province and is home to argali, deer, wolves, wolverines, moschidi, sable, black bears, elk and Siberian reindeer and goat sibirica.

Other tourist attractions near Khatgal include:

• Deerstone Complex
• Monastery – Danzandarjaa Khiid
• Wrestling Stadium
• Town Square

Best time to visit Khatgal:

From May to July is the ideal time to travel Khatgal to visit one of the beautiful lakes of the country.

Accommodation Options near Khatgal:

All the prime hotels of Khatgal offers the amenities of tennis court, shower, bathroom, buffets, billiard, sauna, massage, fridge, jug kettle and cable TV and fitness centre. The restaurants of the hotels offer Mongolian and European style food and cold beer and wine along with Chinese food. Tourists can prefer the rooms of standard, semi deluxe and deluxe as per the budget. The prominent hotels in Khatgal and Moron City are listed here below.

• Dul Hotel
• Turt Hotel
• Bonda Lake Guest House
• Eco Darhad guest house
• 50° 100° Hotel
• Hotel Merci

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