Khökh Serkh Strictly Protected Area

Western Mongolia

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Meaning 'Blue Goat' in Mongolian, this mountainous area (659 sq km) on the border with Khovd is a haven for snow leopards, argali sheep and ibex. This is the only strictly protected area in Bayan-Ölgii, making it one of the best places to spot wildlife. It is also the site of the new Spring Eagle Hunting Festival.

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    Spread through the mountains of the Dara region are nine freshwater lakes varying in size from 100m to 2km in length. The easternmost lake, known locally…

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1. Dara Nine Lakes

7.19 MILES

Spread through the mountains of the Dara region are nine freshwater lakes varying in size from 100m to 2km in length. The easternmost lake, known locally…

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