Altai City, Govi-Altai aimag.
THE REGIONS OF MONGOLIA
GOBI-ALTAI AIMAG.
ALTAI CITY
Gobi-Altai aimag (Govi-Altai in mongolian) is situated in the western part of Mongolia. On the South-West it borders with the People's Republic of
China. The Sutai, Azh Bogd, Tayan, Edren, Burkhan buudai majestic peaks of the Mongol Altai mountains stretch from North to South through the territory of the aimag.
Altai City (Mongolian: Алтай хот, Altai hot) is the capital of the Govi-Altai
province in western Mongolia.
Altai. Nestled between the mountains of Khasagt Khairkhan Uul (3579m) and Jargalant Uul (3070m), the aimag capital is a pleasant tree lined place, with friendly people. With an interesting museum and a well-stocked market, Altai is a good place to stop on the way to somewhere else - either to or from Khovd, or the national parks to the South.
PLACES TO VISITED:
- Dashpeljeelen Khiid. This small, attractive monastery was built in 1990 and is home to 30 monks. Unlike most others, there was no previous structure on this site. On most days from 10
a.m. you can witness a ceremony. The monastery is a short walk north-west of the town square.
- Gobi-Altay Aimag’s Local Museum preserves over 7500 displays including a
Bronze Horse, Buddha’s sculpture, and a Tiger handled silver seal and the
natural, honorary and history halls are available for everyone, whoever
interested in minerals, plants, animals, history, ethnography, archeological
findings, handicraft items, and agricultural accessories.
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