The
resort easily accessible by air from Ulaanbaatar is situated
near the ruins of Kharakhorum (Harhorin), the 13th century
capital of the Mongolian Empire, and Erdene Zuu Monastery.
Erdene Zuu, built in 1586 using stones from the ruins of
Kharakhorum, was the first Buddhist center in Mongolia.
At its height, the monastery housed 1000 monks in 100 temples.
Closed and badly damaged during the Stalinist purges of
the 1930s, Erdene Zuu is once again functioning and open
to sightseers. Also situated nearby is Orkhon Waterfall,
formed by volcanic activity and earthquakes 20-30,000 years
ago. The nearby location is famous for historic sites like
the Turkish monuments dating back to 8-9th centuries, ruins
of the ancient capital of Uigar Kingdom in 7-8th century,
etc. Day 1
Leave Ulaanbaatar and after an hour flight arrive at the
resort. Visit Kharakhorum and Erdene Zuu Monastery. Then
drive to the archaeological site of Moil valley where the
archaeologists found remains of an ancient man who lived
in the era of paleolitmezolite. Return to the resort and
have lunch. In the afternoon visit the ruins of Har Balgas,
the capital of Uigur Kingdom (46km). On the way back stop
at the horse breeding family. Dinner at the resort and overnight
in gers. Day 2
After breakfast drive to the Ugii Lake and enjoy beautiful
scenery nearby the lake. Picnic. Visit the Turkish monuments
and rock inscriptions erected in 8-9th centuries in memory
of Bilge Khaan and warrior Kultegin, outstanding fighters
for independence. Return to the resort and have dinner.
Overnight in gers. Day 3
Drive to the Orkhon Waterfall (125km) and have picnic there.
In the afternoon return to the resort. Have dinner and overnight
in gers. Day 4
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