Mongolia, known for its rich history, beautiful arts, rugged landscape, and nomadic culture, is the world’s largest landlocked country bordered by mountains on the north and desert on the south. The capital city of this largest East Asian country is Ulaanbaatar.
Planning for a Mongolia trip is unique and different from other tourist places or countries—this country is known for tourism but is less populated and known to be the safest country to travel to but expensive. Most importantly, in today’s scenario, we have seen nomadics only in the movies. But this is the only country that serves as the home for living nomadic culture. Isn’t it extraordinary? Well, yes to most of us.
In this blog post, let’s touch base on the Best places to visit in Mongolia, a beautiful and unique country you shouldn’t be missing from your list.
Top 7 tourist places to visit in Mongolia
- Ulaanbaatar
- Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
- Altai Mountains
- The Gobi Desert
- Ugii Lake
- Orkhon Valley
- Menen Steppe
1. Ulaanbaatar
Being the capital city, this place houses more than one-third of the total country’s population. It has the most exquisite attractions like Bogd Khaan Winter Palace Museum, Gandan Khiid Monastery, National Museum of Mongolia, Tumen Ekh Theatre, Sukhbaatar Square, and National Dance and Musical Grand Theatre.
2. Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
This world-renowned national park is situated about 1600 meters above sea level and is considered the most visited tourist place among the Mongolia tourist attractions. This park hosts umpteen activities like rafting, hiking, archery, yak cart touring, Dog sledding, and horse riding.
3. Altai Mountains
This mountain range in Mongolia, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, encompasses pristine rivers, magnificent valleys, and alluring lakes. Moreover, it is the house or habitat of many endangered animal species and the living nomads and culture.
4. The Gobi Desert
The major area of southern Mongolia is covered by this desert and is found to be the sixth-largest desert in the world. This Gobi desert is special as it has natural formations, the popular international trade route—the ‘Silk Road’, the canyons, real dinosaur fossils, and a lot more flora and fauna. The best time to visit Mongolia’s Gobi Desert is between September and October.
5. Ugii Lake
Located in the central Monolian region, it is a freshwater lake that serves as your perfect destination for vacation and relaxation. Bird watching is the most preferred and liked activity here. In fact, many tourists visit this lake just to experience the traditional ger stay.
6. Orkhon Valley
This valley is the home of living pastoralists and nomads and is recognized as a cultural UNESCO heritage site. Things to do in Mongolia are witnessing the natural landscape of the steppes, archaeological remains of multiple civilizations, and the remains or ruins of Kharakhorum (once the capital of the vast Mongol Empire).
7. Menen Steppe
Popularly called the world’s biggest steppes, this Menen steppe is divided into two parts—Kherlen and Tamsag. Watching the sunrise from this expansive steppe is a blessing in disguise for the tourists.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mongolia Vacation
Is Mongolia safe to visit?
Believe it or not, this is one of the top 10 safest countries in the Asian continent. Also, the Mongolian people are very kind and friendly to the foreign tourists visiting their country. However, it is always good to be cautious. So, safeguard yourself and your belongings wherever you go.
Notably, women can wear less revealing clothes—just to prevent the rural people from staring.
What is the most beautiful part of Mongolia?
All the above-listed places are the most beautiful in Mongolia. Besides, there are other places like Khövsgöl Lake and Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, which are equally beautiful and are considered perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
What is the currency used in Mongolia?
Their legal and national current is Tugrik (MNT). To be on the safer side, tourists can exchange the currency before entering the country.
Is Mongolia good for tourists?
Of course, it is good for tourists willing to discover new rugged sites, adventures, and outdoor activities. Also, tourists looking to explore ancient cultures and arts can choose this perfect tourist destination.
