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Mongolia map - complete itinerary
My comments about this trip are related to some emotions I experienced on the last day, at the moment of departure from Ulaanbaatar. I will leave these reflections for later consideration.
Itinerary
Travel days
Ulaanbaatar
U.B.: The coldest capital city in the world, where nomadic DNA is trying to adapt to urban life.
Amarbayasgalant
Towards the north, to Amarbayasgalant, where religion and nature blend together.
North Mongolia
The north, between sacred ceremonies in the temple and initial contact with rural Mongolia.
Head towards Huvsgul
The highlands leading to Huvsgul, located close to the border with Siberia.
Huvsgul I
Excursion above Lake Huvsgul on Mount Hirbist Uul (2515 meters) and horseback riding.
Huvsgul II – Tsaatan
At the home of the Tsaatan people: a symbol of pride.
Huvsgul III
The day when freedom becomes an image: riding along the shores of Lake Huvsgul.
Central Mongolia
Trip to Central Mongolia: few gers, herds, and a truly memorable overnight stay.
Jargalant
Difficult roads, but friendly and welcoming people during the transfer to Mount Khorgo.
Tsetserleg
Head south-east to Tsetserleg, a failed attempt at creating a garden city by a nomadic people.
Erdene Zuu, Karakorum
History, myths and legends come together at Erdene Zuu in Karakoram.
Ongyin Khiid
Karakoram and Ongyin Khiid along barely visible tracks between rain and snow.
Bayanzag and Khongorin Els
Finally, warm temperatures in the Gobi Desert: rocky formations at Bayanzag and dunes at Khongorin Els.
Gobi Desert II
Yolin Am (Eagle Valley), the cold part of the Gobi.
Tsagaan Suvarga
Tsagaan Suvarga: a barren landscape to reach a Martian-like scenery.
Ulaanbaatar
We return to the "urban" civilization of Ulaanbaatar: a modest capital of a country that proudly embraces its rural character.