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Lake Hovskol is called the Dark Blue Pearl of Mongolia, and contains 70 of the nation-s fresh water. The lake is the 14th largest freshwater lake in the world. 44 different water plants grow within it, and the surrounding area is host to 750 species of plant life. 60 of those species have important medical uses. Although bio-diversity is limited because of the climate, 10-20 of the species here are found now where else in the world.

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The southern Mongolia is spanned by a large portion of the Gobi desert. As all deserts go, it is home to mounds and mounds of sand. However, unlike many deserts, the Gobi often sees cold temperatures and snow on the peaks surrounding the valleys. People who visit Mongolia are often times drawn to the inter-country desert for its incredible beauty and the natives have made use of this by organizing tours. Many of these tours are by camel, the most eloquent and unique way to see the Gobi desert. These animals are perfectly adapted for desert Read the rest of this entry »

If you are traveling to Mongolia there are a few things you should know before leaving home. A new law passed in July of 2010 requires all foreign visitors to carry their passports at all times. Travelers must show identification upon entering and exiting the country. The Mongolian government is working to end all occurrences of child abductions by requiring adults traveling with children to provide documentation of a relationship to the child.

Mongolian Food

The traditional Mongolian diet consists of mainly protein from meat and dairy. Yogurt and cheese made from sheep-s milk, root vegetables, dumplings Read the rest of this entry »

Are you interested in jaunting to Mongolia? If yes, then ignore procrastinating because immeasurable fun is waiting for you. There are a lot of exciting attractions in Mongolia, but the one attraction that is the most captivating is the Naadam Festival. This traditional festival is known as “Eriin Gurvan Naadam” amongst the locals. It features the perfect atmosphere for games to be played throughout the day — wrestling, archery and horse racing. These games of the Read the rest of this entry »