Across Khangai Mt.Range To Khuvsgul Lake Jeep Tour
Tour Description
Many people envision Mongolia as a land of vast open steppes adorned with lush grass. While this is true to some extent, the country boasts a much wider variety of landscapes waiting to be explored. This journey is a must for those visiting Mongolia. Traveling through the central Mongolian steppes, you'll traverse the Khangai mountain range on your way to Khuvsgul Lake. Along the route, you'll visit the site of the capital of the Great Mongolian Empire, established by the legendary Genghis Khan in the 13th century.
Here, you'll find the largest Buddhist monastery in Mongolia, built in the 16th century. Although it has partially survived Communist anti-religious destruction, it remains a significant cultural landmark. The Khangai mountain range has historically provided shelter and water for nomads and their animals. Benefitting from abundant rainfall, the area is rich in forests and vegetation, and its wildlife is diverse, including deer, bears, boars, and martens.
Khuvsgul Lake, surrounded by 3000-meter peaks, holds 2 percent of the world's freshwater reserves. Plunging to a depth of 267 meters, it is affectionately known locally as "The Mother Sea" or "The Blue Pearl" due to its crystal-clear waters. Here, you'll encounter the fascinating Tsaatan people, whose lives revolve around domesticated reindeer. This journey offers plenty of opportunities for leisurely hikes and intriguing cultural encounters.
