Mongolia [Paperback]

'An impressive guidebook - clear, comprehensive and very readable.'John Durham, Former British Ambassador to Mongolia 'A great read for arm-chair enthusiasts, packed with facts and advice from the author.'TravellerBradt's Mongolia provides all the information you'll need to experience and unforgettable stay in this undisturbed wilderness.The 'Land of Blue Sky' is one of the few places on earth where travellers can tread on undiscovered ground and explore with a true sense of adventure. Homeland of Genghis Khan, vast tracts can be discovered on horse or camel, or in the comfort of a four-wheel drive. This updated guide highlights Mongolia's culture and customs including the deel, the colourful national dress, herding rules and customs, Mongolian throat singing and Naadam, the annual celebration of wrestling, archery and horse-riding. The guide offers tips on riding and biking tours, winter dog sledding and summer yoga camps and provides in-depth information on national parks and conservation as well as reviewing the many new hotels and restaurants.Jane Blunden is an Irish national. She fell in love with Mongolia over thirty years ago when travelling in her 20s.[Setting] - Mongolia is a central Asian country sandwiched between Russia and China.? The guide book stands its ground as a basic common sense guide that outlines Mongolian traditional culture, tells the story of the past and gives a comprehensive clearly written account, region by region, of the natural environment, landscape and wildlife. ? New cover image? Tips for riding and biking tours are included; winter dog sledding and summer yoga camps are also included. ? Around ten new boxed texts, including: archaeology (Stonemen), children's holidays, copper, deer stones, riding, Sky building/bar in Ulaanbaatar