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World's Least Densely Populated Country
Mongolia has a population density of just around 2 people per square kilometer, making it the least densely populated country in the world.
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The Land of the Eternal Blue Sky
Mongolia is often called "The Land of the Eternal Blue Sky" because it experiences more than 250 sunny days each year.
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Birthplace of the Mongol Empire
Mongolia was the heart of the Mongol Empire, one of the largest empires in history, founded by Genghis Khan in the 13th century.
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Traditional Nomadic Lifestyle
Around 30% of Mongolia’s population still lives a nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyle, herding animals like sheep, goats, yaks, and camels across the vast steppes.
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The Gobi Desert
The Gobi Desert, one of the world's largest deserts, is in southern Mongolia and northern China. It is unique for being a cold desert with snow occasionally covering its dunes.
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Home to Przewalski's Horse
Mongolia is home to Przewalski's horse, also known as the Takhi, the last remaining species of truly wild horse in the world.
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Naadam Festival
Mongolia's Naadam Festival, held every July, is a UNESCO-listed cultural event featuring the "Three Manly Games": wrestling, horse racing, and archery.
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Traditional Ger Dwellings
A large portion of Mongolians live in "gers," circular felt tents that are portable and perfectly suited for the nomadic lifestyle and harsh climate.
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Bogd Khan Mountain National Park
Established in the 18th century, Bogd Khan Mountain National Park near Ulaanbaatar is considered one of the oldest national parks in the world.
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A Two-Humped Camel Haven
Mongolia is one of the few places where the Bactrian camel, a two-humped camel adapted to cold deserts, is still found in significant numbers.