Mongolia's exquisite landscapes beckon
SHARMILA MELISSA YOGALINGAM follows in the footsteps of warlord Ghengis Khan into the vast and very beautiful Mongolian landscape.
The breathtaking scenery of landlocked Mongolia, with its untouched vistas of mountains, lakes and ice slopes, was once the centre of one of the world's greatest empires created by the 13th-century Mongol warrior, Ghengis Khan. Today it entices travellers from all over the globe, drawn by a melting pot of adventures, tempting the explorer in us with a plethora of outdoor pursuits, trekking opportunities, ancient monasteries and temples.
Posted Jul 2010