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Olgii
Olgii, the capital of Bayan-Ölgii Province in western Mongolia, is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage, located in the heart of the Altai Mountains. We visited Olgii and the Altai region for several weeks, during our Mongolia travel…. Continue Reading →
For adventurers looking to explore remote areas, Altai mountains trekking brings you by glacier-fed rivers, snow-packed passes, turquoise lakes, and high peaks. And a chance to hike where few people seldom go, besides the local Kazakh nomads watching over their… Continue Reading →
One of the reasons we wanted to visit the Altai was to attend one of the traditional eagle festivals near Olgii. The Golden Eagle Festival was the perfect opportunity to learn more about the Kazakh culture. What is the Golden… Continue Reading →
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