Mysterious dream destination in the East.

-Magical photos of fascinating landscapes and people.
-Well-researched essays on Mongolia`s past and present, including many special reports.
-Comprehensive travel and information section.

Mongolia, land of Genghis Khan, the famed warlord and king of the steppe, numbers among the modern traveler`s top exotic destinations. This illustrated volume presents the country`s unusual variety in striking photographs and lively texts that cover the taiga, lakes, rivers and steppes of the north to the famous dinosaur valley in the south. Numerous special entries on topics ranging from culinary traditions to recommended tours by Jeep, horseback, canoe or bicycle bring you closer to this mysterious nation. You are invited on a journey to the land of shamans, nomads and endless horizons.