The History of Naadam: How Military Training Became a National Festival
Every July, the endless green steppes of Mongolia transform into a vibrant celebration of culture,...
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Mongol Empire Maps: How Big Was the Largest Contiguous Empire in History?
When people picture the world’s legendary empires, names like the Roman Empire, Alexander’s Empire, or...
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The Secret History of the Mongols: Why This 13th-Century Book Matters Today
If you want to truly understand modern Mongolia, its culture, and the mind of Genghis...
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Why Are Mongolian Horses So Special? Small, Tough, and Wild
To an outsider, the native Mongolian horse (Aduu) might look surprisingly small at first glance—standing...
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Why Is Mongolia Called “The Land of the Eternal Blue Sky”?
If you ask seasoned world travelers to describe Mongolia in a single impression, most will...
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The Discovery of Dinosaur Eggs in the Gobi Desert: Roy Chapman Andrews & The Flaming Cliffs
In the 1920s, a dashing American explorer wearing a fedora hat and carrying a revolver...
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Who Was Genghis Khan? The True History Behind the Legend
To much of the Western world, the name Genghis Khan conjures images of a ruthless...
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