Mongolia is a land-locked country in east-central Asia, bordered by Russia to the north, and China to the south, east and west. Ulanbataar is the capital, and over 45% of the population lives there. Genghis Khan founded the Mongol Empire in 1206 and his grandson Kublai Khan conquered China to establish the Yuan dynasty, a fact documented by Marco Polo when he visited in the 13th century. At its height, the Mongol Empire covered 22% of the world’s land surface and formed the largest contiguous (land) empire in history.
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Our Mongolia Specialist Recommends
"I'd recommend our 12-day tour which goes in search of Mongolia’s Snow Leopards as well as other mammals and birds in the Altai Mountains and Hustai National Park. The tour offers an offer excellent chances of seeing Snow Leopard – and without having to brave the harsh physical and climatic conditions so often associated with viewing this secretive, and much sought-after species!"
