Describing my experience traveling by train from Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk, showing the scenery of northern Mongolia and the journey along southern Lake Baikal.
The Trans-Mongolian Railway – Part 1: from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar
Describing my experience traveling by train from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, showing the scenery of Inner Mongolia, the Gobi, and Central Mongolia from the train.
How to get a Russian Tourist Visa
Even some powerful passports need a visa for Russia. I share my experience regarding the visa application. This article contains no official documentation.
Exploring Irkutsk and the Olkhon Island within Lake Baikal
Sharing my travel experiences of the Siberian capital, Irkutsk. Additionally, providing a guide on how to best check out the Olkhon Island within Lake Baikal.
Mongolia’s hero Genghis Khan and Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Visiting a Buddhist monastery in the Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, 2 hours from Ulaanbaatar. Stopping at the huge Genghis Khan statue on the way.
How to travel individually within Mongolia
If you come to Mongolia rather spontaneously and on your own, without any prebooked tours, there are great options to explore this vast and magnificent country.
How to explore far-away Lake Khovsgol in Mongolia
Khatgal, the village at the southern tip of Lake Khovsgol, offers more than what its remoteness suggests. Fortune and positive energy were very present.
Exploring beautiful Central Mongolia and Mongolian food experience
After touring the Gobi, we went to explore green Central Mongolia, by our van and on horses. I am showing nice spots and my experiences with Mongolian food.
Unforgettable experiences in the Gobi Desert and what to pack
Sharing my experiences of the Gobi Desert in Mongolia. I provide information on natural sights, accessibility and how to prepare for such a tour.
Things that will surprise you about Mongolia’s capital Ulaanbaatar
Surprising facts about and cool places to visit in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia, which is often referred to as the world’s most ugly capital.