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Why you should visit Mongolia in 2024?

Mongolia is gaining global interest as a travel destination. Lonely Planet has named Mongolia as the best country to explore in 2024. These are what Lonely Planet highlights about Mongolia.  Traditional Music Traditional Mongolian music is deeply rooted in nomadic culture, featuring distinctive elements such as throat singing (khoomei), the iconic horsehead fiddle (morin khuur),…

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Mongolia’s Events and Festivals Calendar for the year 2024

Mongolia hosts various festivals throughout the year, celebrating its rich cultural heritage and nomadic traditions. The year 2024 will see various events, including the Reindeer Festival, Crane Festival, Silver Reeds Festival, Tea Road Festival, and more. Each of these celebrations provides a window into the vibrant livelihoods of Mongolian nomads, offering an immersive experience in…

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How do Mongolian nomads survive winter?

Mongolia experiences a continental climate, characterized by extreme temperatures and a wide temperature range between seasons. Winters in Mongolia are particularly cold, with temperatures often dropping well below freezing. Here are some key aspects of Mongolian winter weather: Temperature: Winters in Mongolia are bitterly cold, especially in the northern and western regions. In January, the…

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What’s Naadam and Why it’s important?

Introduction: Naadam is a traditional Mongolian festival celebrated annually, showcasing the “Three Manly Games” – wrestling, horse racing, and archery. Rooted in nomadic culture, the festival highlights the skills historically essential for survival on the steppes. Wrestlers engage in intense matches, horse races cover vast distances, and archers display precision with traditional bows. Beyond sports,…

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