Introduction
A country sharing its border with China and Russia, a country having a rich history of culture a country with a large Nomadic culture that is the country of Mongolia. While planning your trip Mongolia might not be your first choice of place to visit. Sharing a mix of East Asian culture Mongolia has never achieved its full level recognition. But, now is the time put some light to its glory, visitor’s longer need to be in dark, just as we are here with our mini travel guide to the streets of Mongolia.
The foundation of the country is set from the rule of the emperor Chinggis Khan, who has a very negative reputation in the story of history. It was established around the era of the 14th century. But the country has sure come a long way since then. Despite being a much underrated tourist spot, Mongolia sees a stable rise in several visitors every year. So let us explore a bit more about the country and its beauty.
The ideal time to visit- Mongolia
Remember Mongolia is an East Asian country that means the Asian climate has a deep influence to it, you sure have no intentions to get a freeze in cold weather, neither you want to be trapped in hot winds, so the ideal time for a visit is during, a festival season of Mongolia.
The best thing about Mongol climate is that it has a bright sunny sky most of the time in the year, however the same cannot be said for every terrain of Mongolia. The weather here is more likely to be mixed rather than just staying the same, it is because this country has closed borders, it shares its boundaries with China and Russia. This means there is no sea to maintain or influence the climate. So deciding the best time of vacation in Mongolia could be very much challenging but if you want to enjoy the summer greenery then mark the month of June to August. While for neutral experience, the time of autumn that is the months of September and October.
10 must-visit destinations in Mongolia
- Ghenghis Khan Statue Complex
Let us be with the founder of the country. This statue of the ruler Ghenghis Khan stands 40 m tall in the memory and honour of its founder. This sight of the statue is enough to mesmerise every visitor that approaches it. The statue is standing high ever since 2008.
- The great white lake
The great white lake of TerkhiinTsagaanNuur is another famous spot worth giving your time to. The lake got its name from the reflections it shows in the water. The water of this lake beautifully reflects the sky above, which looks like the pearls spread all over the lake along with some beautiful mountains to add to its charm.
- The Karakorum
The city of Karakorum is the place where you can find the deep-rooted history of the country. This city is well known for its reputation of holding the myths and stories of ancient rulers and god.
- Ulaanbaatar
Now let us come to the capital of Mongolia, the city of Ulaanbaatar. The capital city is a great mix of history with modern culture. The city is no less than a modern paradise for the visitors, it is enough to live happy and engaging vibes of Mongolia.
- Gobi Desert
Now let us talk about the fifth largest desert in the world, the alluring Gobi desert. Do not miss the Gobi desert if you visit Mongolia, the beauty of sand and dunes will give you a breathtaking experience.
- ErdeneZuu Monastery
A collection of more than 70 temples situated near the Kharkhorin region, the ErdeneZuu Monastery was a place to visit for temples, of cultural importance. At today’s date, it is a popular tourist attraction travellers. If you are visiting Mongolia then mark this place in your priority list.
- Dornod Mongolia Steppe
The grassland of east Mongolia is again a natural scenic beauty to visit. The place has a perfect mixture of flora and fauna and is a rare sight for many. The grassland holds the position of one of the largest grasslands in the world.
- Mongol Nomadic show
Now, this is not any sort of particular place but is rather a great opportunity to explore the culture of Mongolia. As we know by now, Mongolia is a country of nomads, this has a very high influence on the rich nomadic culture. By the show, you get to learn a lot about the roots and the culture of Mongol Nomads.
- Khustai National Park
Coming to Mongolia and leaving without fully experiencing the wildlife of this place feels like a cheat. Make a proper visit to the Khustai National Park and enjoy the beauty with red deer and Roe deer and a lot of others.
- Orkhon Valley
The beauty of one of the most beautiful valleys must not be missed. Orkhon Valley has a scenic beauty that feels like a highly edited picture but the site is a real, raw and pure beauty.
The case of Vaccination – for the tourist of Mongolia
Mongolia does not demand any sort of mandatory vaccination for travelling the country, however, if you are having any sort of issues and doctor recommendations from your side then make sure to follow the steps.
Hepatitis A and B, TB and typhoid are some of the immunisation to follow if prescribed by your doctor.
Things to Follow and Things to Avoid in Mongolia
Dos
- Accept every drink beverages in a household with a warm gesture
- Learn the Asian culture of proper greetings.
- Receive things from your right hand
- Open your footwear before entering a holy place, it is considered the greatest offence to wear your footwear in any holy place.
Don’ts
- Do not insult fire by throwing anything in it.
- Avoid pointing finger at anyone