However, in spite of being a sparsely populated country, Mongolia has some epic attractions for the travellers. The amazing horse rides, visit the Buddhist temples and villages, hike adventures in the mountains, stay in the luxurious yurt and the homey dishes of the place, altogether make the destination quite an intense one. Until date, the place remains untouched by modernism and you get to see an offbeat life and navigate the wilderness of the destination.
Here are some inciting reasons, which make Mongolia a must, visit place when it comes to China overland tours:
Gobi Desert: This huge desert encompasses a vast area of southern Mongolia and northern China. The view of the huge grasslands that you get from the top of a camel is simply spectacular. You can explore the endless horizon of the dessert in some unique ways. Take a climb on the sand dunes of Khongor to have a panoramic view of the desert.
The Camping: The place offers a great camping experience for the adventure lovers. You must have a thorough knowledge of the place before selecting your camping sites. The country also has many luxurious camp options, which have amenities like heated tents, saunas, rain showers and handmade blankets of yak. You can enjoy several fun activities at the campsites starting from riding the mountains at horse back to getting archery lessons.
Outstanding Outdoors: The population here is quite low and thus there are pristine landscapes covering a vast area of land. The rolling grasslands, sand dunes, thick forests, and wonderful lakes all add to the beauty and serenity of the destination.
Festivals: Every year in the month of July, a special festival gets organized at the place, which is known as the Naadam festival. It offers a true insight into the culture and history of Mongolia. Horse races, wrestling competitions, and several cultural performances are held during this grand occasion. It is best to plan your trip here during this part of the year.
Inner Mongolia is endowed with brilliant culture, long history, and natural scenery. Some of the key attractions here include the Genghis Khan's Mausoleum, Dazhao Temple, Wudangzhao Monastery, Arnax National Forest Park, Zhaojun Tomb and the Wanbu Huayanjing Pagoda. The main characteristic of the climate of the destination is that there is a huge temperature difference between the nights and days. Thus, tourists must use different layers of clothing while travelling. So, on your next trip plan to travel to Mongolia and you are sure to gather experiences for a lifetime.
Martin Wynn
