Mongolia is a land of free people, horses and untouched wilderness. It’s exactly the kind of destination you escape to in your imagination when the pressures of everyday life are pushing you too much.
need to know for traveling in Mongolia
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Quick facts
| Capital City | Ulaanbaatar |
| Official languages | Khalkha Mongol |
| Area | 1,565,000km² |
| Currency | Togrog/Tugrik (MNT) |
| Population | 3 milion |
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Visa
From 2019 Mongolian government allowed citizens of many countries visit Mongolia for a 30 days without a visa.
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Getting in
Ulaanbaatar International Airport has many international flights to South Korea, Thailand, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Germany, Russia, and Turkey.
However, many travelers choose to visit Mongolia by train overland from either Russia or China.
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Best time to visit
The best time to travel to Mongolia is between June and August, when the countryside is lush and verdant, and temperatures range from 18 to 28 °C. Mongolia has an extreme continental climate with widely varying temperatures due to its landlocked location.
Why visit mongolia ?
Explore Mongolia as an independent traveler for unparalleled, off-the-grid adventures. Immerse yourself in nomadic culture by staying in traditional gers, indulge in hearty local dishes like buuz and khuushuur, and engage in outdoor pursuits such as hiking and horseback riding through pristine landscapes. Discover the warmth of Mongolian hospitality, attend traditional festivals, and explore historic sites.
Best experiences in Mongolia
Explore Ulaanbaatar and its surroundings
Ulaanbaatar, it’s not the nicest city you have been, but it offer a lot of interesting places inside and natural places at it’s outskirts which should not be left unexplored.
Enjoy the serenity of the most secluded country in the world
A grassy land, a paradise for horses and people who want to get away from it all for a while.
Experience the unique nomadic culture
The landscape of Mongolia is most likely the reason you want to visit the country. Unspoiled people, raw nature and endless grassy hills dotted with white yurts and lots of wild horses running from one hill to another, together.
tips for Mongolia
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Accommodation
Accommodation in the cities is cheap and usually quite decent. If you go to the countryside, the price goes way up, but you can take advantage of free camping.
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Independent travel
It is possible to travel independently in Mongolia, and budget travelers should consider this option, as Mongolia can be expensive when relying on tour packages from local companies.
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Transportation
It is very easy to travel around Mongolia using local minibuses. Public transportation is very cheap and well organized to all major tourist attractions. However, if you want to go to remote areas, you will need a 4×4.
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