Jess Brooks

September 21, 2023

Published by Jessica Brooks at September 21, 2023

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Mongolian Culture

The Mongol Kazakhs Of Western Mongolia

The Mongol Kazakhs Of Western Mongolia Western Mongolia is dominated by the formidable Altai Mountains physically and culturally. For millennia, these imposing peaks have served as […]

August 31, 2023

Yes, Gorkhi-Terelj is the closest national park to Ulaanbaatar and is very developed (some would say over developed) for the tourist industry (the main valley was first developed for tourism in 1964) but it shares a common border with Khan Khentii and the two reserves are similar. Between the two sites, altitudinal variation is significant, leading to the development of different habitats but both support large areas of forest steppe and mountain steppe, with alpine habitats on higher peaks. The area is rich in rivers and streams, including the Terelj and Tuul and these water sources together with the rainfall in this mountainous region brings life to the pastureland – providing grazing for the livestock of the herding families who make this area their home. These herders include Naraa, Bujee (his wife) and their two children Tsindee and Bayasa – the family we work with in the region.

Published by Jessica Brooks at August 31, 2023

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Experiences In Mongolia

Trip Ideas For Autumn In Mongolia

Autumn in Mongolia: A Season of Colour, Culture, and Adventure Autumn in Mongolia is a breathtaking spectacle, especially in the mountain-forest steppe regions like Khentii Province, […]

August 24, 2023

Published by Jessica Brooks at August 24, 2023

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Travel Destinations

Explore Mongolia’s Selenge Province

Explore Mongolia’s Selenge Province Mongolia’s Selenge Province is often dismissed by tour companies and visitors, but this northern province – dominated by the mighty Selenge and […]

August 4, 2023

Published by Jessica Brooks at August 4, 2023

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Mongolia’s Monasteries – A Snapshot

Mongolia’s Monasteries Our ‘A Snapshot’ series of posts are posts highlighting daily life in Mongolia as well as aspects of Mongolian culture. This week … it’s […]