3 NATIONAL PARKS NOT TO MISS IN MONGOLIA
The intersection point between Russia and China, Mongolia is a perfect stopover for those who are interested in local culture, sports and recreation or discovering a new way of travelling: spending a day with a Nomadic family.
Most of the nationalities would require a Mongolian visa (there are some exceptions, for example, the citizens of the United States do not need one. Check the details with the Consulate in your country before travelling).
What I find great about Mongolia is that you can combine your experiences into one and you can make it a real adventure: have a hike, visit a local family, go horseriding, take cooking classes for a day or two and spend at least one night in a Ger Camp.
How to get to Ulan Bator?
Depending when you are travelling, you have a direct train from Moscow twice a week (train 004, train 006). There is a daily train from Irkutsk to Ulan Bator (a two-day ride) or depending on the departure day, you can get train 004 or 006 that goes from Moscow.
How much time to spend there?
I would recommend spending around two days within the city and then you can head to a National Park (you can't miss it while you are in Mongolia).
The Genghis' Khan country is famous for its endless landscape. They even have their own ''Olympic Games'', Naadam Festival.
National Parks
Terelj National Park is suitable for day and overnight trips. It will take you maximum 2 hours by car to get there (70 km away from Ulan Bator). Here is the place where you can find the famous rock formation Turtle Rock and Old Man Reading a Book (Praying Lama Rock).
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photo:https://www.triip.me
photo:https://www.triip.me
Bogd Khan Uul Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996 on Cultural category, however, it was declared a protected site since 1783.
Bogd Khan is considered one of the oldest National Parks in this world.Perfect for trekking, hiking, horseriding and photography.
photo: http://www.hustai.mn/
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The best way to get to a National Park is to find a tour package that includes return transfer, accommodation in a Yurt and all meals included.
Did you have the chance to visit Mongolia? How did you spend your time there?
Most of the nationalities would require a Mongolian visa (there are some exceptions, for example, the citizens of the United States do not need one. Check the details with the Consulate in your country before travelling).
What I find great about Mongolia is that you can combine your experiences into one and you can make it a real adventure: have a hike, visit a local family, go horseriding, take cooking classes for a day or two and spend at least one night in a Ger Camp.
How to get to Ulan Bator?
Depending when you are travelling, you have a direct train from Moscow twice a week (train 004, train 006). There is a daily train from Irkutsk to Ulan Bator (a two-day ride) or depending on the departure day, you can get train 004 or 006 that goes from Moscow.
photo:https://transsiberiaexpress.com
How much time to spend there?
I would recommend spending around two days within the city and then you can head to a National Park (you can't miss it while you are in Mongolia).
The Genghis' Khan country is famous for its endless landscape. They even have their own ''Olympic Games'', Naadam Festival.
National Parks
Terelj National Park is suitable for day and overnight trips. It will take you maximum 2 hours by car to get there (70 km away from Ulan Bator). Here is the place where you can find the famous rock formation Turtle Rock and Old Man Reading a Book (Praying Lama Rock).
Bogd Khan Uul Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996 on Cultural category, however, it was declared a protected site since 1783.
Bogd Khan is considered one of the oldest National Parks in this world.Perfect for trekking, hiking, horseriding and photography.
photo: http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/
Khustain Nuruu National Park is a protected site since 1993 and it is situated around 95km by Ulan Bator.This is the perfect place for wildlife lovers because for sure you will meet a takhi (a Mongolian wild horse).
Their official website is this one and you can always make a donation to support their effort of keeping the area reserved.
photo: http://www.get-lost.co.uk/
The best way to get to a National Park is to find a tour package that includes return transfer, accommodation in a Yurt and all meals included.
Did you have the chance to visit Mongolia? How did you spend your time there?
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