A colorful and informative guide to the land of the Genghis Khan—whose empire once extended from China to Europe—as it adjusts to life in the 21st century. Much of the old Mongolia is still to be found; herdsmen, horses and hospitality. And yet daily, people flock to seek a more modern lifestyle in Ulaan Baatar, the capital city. The Mongolians have shaken off the mantle of communism and are eagerly recreating their own national identity. This book helps the traveler better understand this country while providing essential information for making a really worthwhile visit to this rugged and incomparable land.
- Practical advice for getting around, what to see and do by a resident travel professional
- Visiting Mongolia in winter
- Hints for the business visitor
- In search of Genghis Khan
- Insightful analysis of Mongolia's different ethnic groups, cultures and traditions
- Special sections on traditional crafts, music, customs, etiquette and seasonal celebrations—including the famous Nadaam festival
- Dinosaurs and recent discoveries by the American Museum of Natural History
- 92 exceptional color photographs
- 22 maps
