Retreat Into Mongolia Where Time Reverses 200 years
Make your great escape to Mongolia and leave your tensions behind. Let your inner misanthrope shine as you surround yourself with nature, beautiful landscapes, and animals. Retreat to a place that encapsulates the world 200 years ago.
No one has time to be kind to each other and nature anymore. It seems that social media, technology, and other people’s opinions have taken control of our valuable lives. Mongolia is an untouched hidden paradise for those who need to recharge and relax.
The Gorkhi Terelj National Park, which is located approximately 37km away from the capital Ulaanbataar city, is regarded as one of most beautiful and worthwhile places to visit in Mongolia. Although the majority of the park remains undeveloped and difficult to access, the southern part of the park has been developed to offer visitors a range of activities geared towards adventurous visitors including avid rock climbers.
Sightings of natural beauty that the park includes Khagiin Khar Lake, a 20m deep glacial lake, which runs 80km upstream from the tourist camps, and the Yestii Hot Water Springs, which are a collection of natural hot springs located 18km further upstream. There is a variety of wildlife, from brown bears to over 250 species of birds.
Throughout the National Park, visitors can join a horseback tour, which involves riding the tracks of ancient warriors and the modern nomads with a horse-riding trainer. Also included in this tour is the opportunity to have a meal with a local family in their traditional nomadic dwelling. Enjoy the experience of Mongolian hospitality, cuisine, arts and crafts, traditional cloths and traditional architecture as well as see landmarks that the national park boasts including Turtle Rock and Tuul River.
For more information about this specific tour or to place a booking, visit https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g293956-d11478930-Small_Group_Horseback_Riding_Day_Tour-Ulaanbaatar.html. It is advisable to reserve your place early as this tour is very popular with international visitors.
Another highly suggested activity for visitors is to explore the Gobi Desert with a tour guide company in order to experience the beauty of Yol Valley, the sand dunes of the Gobi Desert, the flaming cliffs of Mongolia known as Bayanzag. Interact with the local nomads, spend the night in the traditional Gers and relish in the sight of the Milky Way, no longer obscured by a blanket of light pollution.
Mongolian cuisine is perfect for meat lovers. In order to survive working in harsh winters, in which temperatures may reach -40 degrees Celsius, consumption of animal fat and dairy products is essential. Indulge in the rich flavours of the country’s traditional dishes and learn about their history.
Personally, despite being someone who does not eat meat and enjoys a more plant and fish-based diet, this beautiful, mysterious, and fascinating nation remains an unmissable destination due to the intriguing sites and the enjoyable and unique experiences offered.
A wide selection of enjoyable tours can be found on:
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293956-d580962-Reviews-Gorkhi_Terelj_National_Park-Ulaanbaatar.html
- https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/mongolia
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g293955-Activities-c42-Mongolia.html
Videos to perk the interest even more:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ_Y88QVt3A
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGsipvIIsfI
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aG9_1ccOMw4
If you yearn for a unique adventurous experience in a place that currently remains unspoiled by mass tourism and over population, look no further than Mongolia.
