Bogd Khan Mountain

Богд хан уул

mountain in Ulaanbaatar

#1 in Ulaanbaatar / #4 in Mongolia

by Laika ac from UK

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Bogd Khan Mountain is a prominent mountain located near Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. It is part of the Bogd Khan Uul Biosphere Reserve, which was designated as a protected area in 1783, making it one of the oldest legally protected areas in the world. The mountain reaches an elevation of 2,261 meters (7,417 feet) and is renowned for its rich biodiversity, including a variety of endemic plant and animal species. The area is also significant for its cultural and historical importance, with several ancient monasteries and ruins scattered throughout.

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