Mongolia's capital, Ulaanbaatar, may be a hotbed of progressive attitudes, but in the rest of the 'Land of the Blue Sky', life remains pretty much the same - horses outnumber people, nomads still move camp each season and on long-distance bus rides you'll be serenaded by passengers singing folk tunes. If you time your trip right you can experience the festival of Naadam, this annual three-day festival features Mongolian wrestling, horse racing, archery and traditional sports.

The only guide to include maps of major towns across all regions. GPS coordinates to help you find what you're looking for, even when the signs don't help, as well as feature essays to provide insight into Mongolian history and way of life.

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