Asia
Mongolia
The land of Chinggis Khaan — vast steppe, the Gobi Desert, nomadic ger encampments, and one of the lowest population densities on Earth.
Mongolia at a glance
MNT
Mongolian
$90
Jun–Sep
22° / -22°C
68/100
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Destinations in Mongolia
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Ulaanbaatar
Mongolia
The world's coldest capital city (winter lows −40°C) holds roughly 45% of Mongolia's population on the steppe between Russia and China. Gandan Monastery with its 26m Buddha, Sükhbaatar Square, the Chinggis Khaan Equestrian Statue (40m stainless steel) an hour east, and Gorkhi-Terelj National Park 2 hours northeast for ger camps and Turtle Rock. Naadam Festival (July 11–13) is the peak cultural window — wrestling, horse racing, archery. Gateway to the Gobi Desert by train or flight. Best June–September.