Tavtai morilnuu, and welcome to Mongolia!

As a remote, little visited destination, Mongolia has gone relatively unnoticed by travellers in recent times. However, this is slowly changing, as the magnificent scenery, wildlife, and unique historical and cultural sites and authentic Mongolia hotels all offer much of interest to visitors. Remote and relatively untouched by the outside world, Mongolia provides an opportunity to see a unique and fascinatiing country and people!

Come and see Mongolia, a country slowly modernising, but still very much in touch with its traditional nomadic roots.

Ulaanbaatar is a great place to start a visit to Mongolia. Being the country's capital, it features a number of the country's best things to see and do, including a number of interesting museums and some great Ulaanbaatar hotels to stay in. There are also some interesting local Ulaanbaatar tours originating from the capital to help you explore the rest of Mongolia. The countryside is where you will be able to see the true Mongolia, and experience the wonder of the Mongolian countryside and the unique nature of the nomadic Mongols that make up much of the population outside the larger cities and towns.

There are a number of authentic places to stay in Mongolia, and you are sure to find a hotel in Mongolia that best suits your needs. Or, if you'd like to choose your accommodation based on location, see where the Mongolia hotels are on our Mongolia map. This ranges from hotels in Ulaanbaatar to some throughout the countryside.

One of the most intriguing aspects of a visit to Mongolia is the exposure to the life of the herdsmen (malchin), many of whom still live the traditional nomadic lifestyle. Mongolia has one of the lowest population densities in the world, meaning that it is composed of vast areas of wilderness, deserts, mountains and lakes. A great way to explore this vast wilderness is on a tour in Mongolia.

All of these offer undeniable appeal to adventurous travellers. Travel companies in Ulaanbaatar offer a whole range of Mongolia tours and activities for every taste, including things such as horse riding, fishing and trekking. They can also help you book your hotel in Ulaanbaatar or other destinations in Mongolia.

Mongolian culture is shaped by the nomadic nature of the Mongols, and the traditional nomadic dwelling, the ger, is a focal point of many of the traditions and customs of Mongolia. Permeating most aspects of Mongolian life is the legend of the greatest of all Mongol heros, Genghis (Chinggis) Khan.

Getting to Mongolia is not all together easy but definately rewarding. The best way is by plane or rail from China. And be sure to visit other great Asian destinations such as China, India or Pakistan whilst on your Mongolia holiday.