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5 Fun Facts About the Mongolian Language
How much do you know about Mongolian? Here are 5 fun interesting facts about Mongolia that you may not know.

Mongolian Language Dialects What Are They?
Most people don’t realize, but Mongolia has several dialects. This article will introduce you to them.

Learn Mongolian in 2023
Got a new years resolution to learn a new language in 2023 but not sure what language? Why not learn Mongolian? Here are 5 reasons you should learn it!

What makes Mongolian Winters Harsh But Fun?
Want to experience a Mongolian Winter? Find out why its one of the harshest in the world!

Mongolian Pronouns: How Are They Different?
Unless you have been living under a rock for most of your childhood and never got a public education, you have probably heard of pronouns. Pronouns of course are very important in a language as they allow us to identify who we are speaking to or about. However, in Mongolian, it is a little different…

What Is It Like Teaching In Mongolia?
Teaching overseas is an epic experience, especially for those in their 20s. Everyone has that one friend who has travelled abroad teaching while they experience a country. Many people go to Vietnam, the Philippines or even Korea and Japan. But what about Mongolia? Honestly, it is probably most people’s last pick, as Southeast Asia is…

What Do Mongolians Think Of Foreigners?
Mongolia is one of those places when you hear about it for the first time you try to visualise where it is, that in fact, it is actually a country which is full of amazing people, culture and history. In my opinion (and I’m biased) there are few places that offer such a rich amount…

Buying an Apartment in Mongolia- What to Expect
Having now lived in Mongolia for several years, I really wanted a place that I could call my own. If you have lived in Mongolia for a while perhaps you are more interested in buying your own place than renting in the long or short term. If you are interested in buying an apartment in…

Five amazing things about living in Mongolia that may surprise you!
So you are thinking about taking the plunge and living in Mongolia for a while but you’re not sure what to expect or you’ve been told it is a poor country and life isn’t that great there. In fact, many Mongolians want to leave Mongolia which means it can’t be that great right? Well that’s…

Five Places You Should Know When Living In Mongolia!
Ok, you’ve just moved to Mongolia and settled into your new apartment. You unpack your bags and you decide to go outside and as you open the door for the first time and you look out on the city you might be feeling overwhelmed but also have a sense of Adventure. You might be wondering…

Top 5 Places To Find Mongolian Flashcards Free!
If you are wanting to learn Mongolian and take the plunge into an amazing language then you will probably want to know about several different options to learn Mongolian. when learning a language there are many different ways we can learn, and many different resources which we can use. If you would like to know…

The Mongolian Cyrillic Alphabet
If you want to learn Mongolian, it won’t be long until you will come across the Mongolian Cyrillic Alphabet. This is no ordinary Alphabet, it is considered one of the harder alphabets for native English speakers to learn which isn’t surprising considering how hard it is to learn Mongolian. If you want to know why…

5 Resources That Will Actually Help You Lean Mongolian
You can listen to the audio version of this post (there may be some slight variations). Mongolian is a hard language to learn (check out our post here explaining why) but if you have already made up your mind and are determined to learn this awesome language, fantastic! This, of course, won’t be the easiest…

5 things you need to take when driving around Mongolia!
Self-driving tours are becoming more popular in Mongolia. Many people want the freedom and flexibility to explore on their own and go see that one place on the google map that a tour guide won’t take you. This option is great for those looking for an adventure. However, before you start your journey, you may…

Is Mongolia Safe? – 5 Most Dangerous Things!
Mongolia is such a beautiful country it’s no wonder it makes it onto several different travel lists every year. It has so much to offer which other places can’t give you. However, many may ask is Mongolia safe? Is Mongolia dangerous at all? Mongolia often is actually seen as a safe destination for tourists and…

Apartment Living In Mongolia – What To Expect
Mongolia to many is a very interesting and misunderstood place. Some I have spoken to see Mongolia as this mystical country where everyone rides horses and wears traditional clothing, where there isn’t any modern infrastructure and everyone lives in tents called yurts or something. I have even had friends say they really thought Mongolia was…

Why Is Mongolian Hard To Learn? Important Facts You Must Know
So you want to learn Mongolian or you are thinking of dipping your feet into it. That’s great, but there are some things you should know before you get started so you don’t become disappointed down the road. There’s nothing worse than starting something and giving up part way through. Whether you are wanting to…

Top 5 Most Important Mongolian Phrases to Learn.
Since we are finally able to travel again, many people are looking for a unique travel experience. Mongolia is at the top of the list of places to visit for that unique experience. With its incredible culture and its diverse nature spanning thousands of kilometres, Mongolia has something for everyone! If you plan to travel…

Why you should learn Mongolian as a second language
You can listen to the audio version of this post (there may be some slight variations). Mongolian is a language that is really out there and is a language that many people actually haven’t heard of let alone consider actually learning! Often I will even have others ask me what do they speak in Mongolia…

Hotels in Mongolia What to expect
Mongolia is a massive country and if you are going to be travelling around it from place to place, destination to destination, you will probably end up staying in a hotel at some point along your journey. Whether you have food poisoning and just want a bathroom close by or you have spent too much…

5 Great Places to Get a Western-style Breakfast in Ulaanbaatar.
I have been living in Mongolia for a while now and a common question that comes up is where can I get a good breakfast or even a western-style breakfast? There are several great places you can get a good hearty breakfast in the coldest capital in the world either a traditional Mongolian breakfast or…

5 things that are hard to get in Mongolia
If you are planning on living in Mongolia or you have been living here a while then you will know there are some things that are really hard to get like cream cheese or some of your favourite goodies. By the end of this post hopefully, you will have a better idea about what some…

Why you should travel to Öndör Khairkhan Mountain
Öndör Khairkhan Mountain is an amazing mountain glacier located in Bayan-Ulgii right on the border with China. You literally can’t get any closer to the border with China. This destination is on most Mongolians’ bucket list to visit with Mongolians expecting to visit here at least once in their lifetime. It’s not hard to see…

North Tsenkher cave and why you should visit
If you are into caves and you are planning a trip around Mongolia then North Tsenkher cave is a must-visit destination for you! On the major tourist route in Western Mongolia, Tsenkher (meaning blue) cave allows you to experience all Mongolian caves have to offer and why you should visit them. By visiting Tsenkher you…

3 Unexpected Places to Visit in Uvs bayan-olgii
Travelling from Ulaangom to Olgii, both regional capitals, is an awesome offroad adventure. In fact there are several places that google maps won’t tell you about that were just cool to stumble across. So here are 3 unexpected places to visit when you go to Bayan-Olgii along your journey. The Journey: To begin the journey…

Visit Siiilkhem Nuruu National Park
Silkhem Nuruu National park is located around 1700kms from the capital Ulaanbaatar. situated in the Bayan-Ulgii Province, of far western Mongolia, in the soum of Nogoonuur and Tsagaanuur. It is one of Mongolia’s pristine national parks and, bordering Russia’s own protected area. The park is about 140,000 hectares, so not exactly small. It isn’t only…

Mongolian Roads-What to Expect
Not sure what to expect of Mongolian roads when travelling. Well have a read of the different kinds of roads you expect to come across!

Khyargas Lake
Find out about Khyargas Lake, what to bring and what to avoid doing!

Can You Get to Kazakhstan From Mongolia?
Ever wanted to know if you can cross into Kazakhstan from Mongolia? We have your answer!

Where to See Reindeer Mongolia?
Ever wanted to see some reindeer? Check out how to find and see reindeer in Mongolia!

How do I get a Mongolian driver’s license?
Not sure how to get your Mongolian drivers license? Find out how now!

Top 5 Things to Do in Erdenet Mongolia
Suck in Erdenet for a day? Here are some things to see!

HOW TO GET TO THE BLACK MARKET-NARANTUUL MARKET
I’ve met several tourists on the street while living in Ulaanbaatar, and many have the same question, ‘how do I get to the black market?’ Hopefully, I will be able to answer that question for you. Let’s assume you are in the city centre, near the state department store or even Sukhbaatar Square itself, and…

When should I travel to Mongolia?
Wondering when is the best time of year to visit Mongolia? Check out our guide for the perfect trip!

Yolin Ice Field
Yolin Ice Field is a great hidden gem in the Southern Gobi ready to be explored! Great in the summer, fantastic in the winter. Get ready for some ice!


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