The Gorkhi Terelj National Park is the most popular destination to visit outside of Ulaanbaatar being just 70 kms North East of the city - so about 1 hours drive. The scenery here is mountainous and the area is often referred to as the "Mongolian Alps." In Terelj you can experience overnight ger stays and some of the most comfortable in Mongolia are here. You can learn about Nomads and ride horses and camels. The hiking is excellent and it is possible to rock climb on the unusual rock formations.
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REASON TO VISIT TERELJ
Although frequented by more tourists than anywhere else outside of Ulaanbaatar Terelj is easy to visit and popular for good reason and it's proximity to UB makes it ideal for those short on time.
TERELJ TRAVEL TIP
Terelj is ideal for a short stop in the steppe of 1 or 2 nights but if you have longer do consider a more adventurous jeep trek to Karakorum or Lake Khuvsgul or even fly down to the South Gobi.
HIGHLIGHTS OF TERELJ
Hike in the Mongolian Alps and experience the vast landscape such a far cry but short distance form Ulaanbaatar.
Visit Turtle Rock and learn about Mongolian history and stories of Nomadic life from local nomads.
Visit the huge 40 meter high Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue a short distance form Terelj.
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