Mongolia

Mongolia

Mongolia Travel Tips

G-Free Travel Rating

7/10

Major Airport

Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)

Official Language

Kazakh & Mongolian (the younger generations are learning English)

Currency:

Tugrik

Power Outlets:

Types C & E

Eating Gluten Free in Mongolia

Mongolia is known to have a very meat heavy diet. However, many of their classic meals use wheat flour. A meat and potato dish was a common compromise when meals were prepared for me. We had quite a few choices while in Ulaanbaatar(UB) where the number of people who spoke English were higher than outside the city. We had prepared meals for most of the trip outside UB.

Best Time to Visit Mongolia

The best time to visit is between June & August.
- They only have 2.5-3 months for tourism. The rest of the time the weather is unpredictable and often a lot colder than most people are comfortable with.
- While Ulaanbataar has some interesting and historic sites, most activities are out in the countryside. A lot of tourist camps close during the colder seasons (May and September) and remain closed through winter.
July is a very busy month due to the Naadam Festival. If traveling during this time, make sure to book flights and accommodations well in advance.

Entry Requirements

Passport: 6-month validity on your passport from date of entry with one blank page per stamp.
VISA: Not required for stays less than 90 days.
Vaccinations: None
Currency: Needs to be crisp with minimal wrinkles or tears. Also, needs to be created within 10 years from the current year.

Interesting facts about Mongolia

- 18th largest country by area, but it’s population of only 3 million people make it the most sparsely populated.
  - Approximately 25-40% classify themselves as nomadic herders. Meaning the rest of the population lives in Ulaanbaatar; making traffic terrible.
- Mongolians are always ready for a guest. They will have some sort of hot milk tea to offer.
- It is home to some rare and endangered species that are iconic to Mongolia.
  - The two-hump Bactrian camel
  - The snow leopard
  - The Ibex
- Chinggis Khan, an iconic hero in Mongolia, was responsible for creating one of the world’s largest empires. In doing so, he was responsible for creating the Mongol’s first writing system and postal system. Also, he created the world’s first artillery and expanded trade throughout his empire. Ultimately, he played an important role in changing human history.

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