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11 Facts About Chinggis Khan’s Life
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
While Chinggis Khan, or Genghis Khan, is world famous as one of the most successful conquerors in history, there is more to him than that. Despite the fact that he lived so long ago, there is a surprising amount we know about his life. Many of these are from The Secret History of the Mongols, and others are facts from modern Mongolia.
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5 Unique Foods You Will Eat on a Mongolia Tour
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
When it comes to food, Mongolia is a paradise for meat lovers. With a rich nomadic culture and a history of hunting and herding, Mongolian cuisine is a unique blend of traditional dishes that are hearty, filling, and full of flavor. A visit to Mongolia offers a chance to sample these delicious dishes while exploring the country's stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. From the vast expanse of the Gobi Desert to the pristine beauty of Lake Khuvsgul, a Mongolia tour promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience that will leave visitors with unforgettable memories.
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Selena Travel is named as one of The Top 10 Tour Operators of Mongolian Tourism Industry
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Mongolian Tourism Association announced the 2011 bests of Mongolian tourism industry on 27 December 2011, namely, the TOP 10 tour operators, TOP 10 hotels, TOP 10 tourist ger camps and TOP 10 transportation etc. Selena Travel was named as one of the TOP 10 TOUR OPERATORS of Mongolian tourism, and moreover, Steppe Nomads camp of Selena Travel was named as one of the TOP 10 tourist ger camps of Mongolia.
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Mongolia in Winter: Huvsgul Lake
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Wondering where to go and what to do during the long weekend at Tsagaan Sar, which is just in a couple of weeks? We are suggesting you to visit the beautiful Lake Huvsgul – so called the Blue Pearl of Mongolia. And I know it’d sound quite extreme - it must be freezing cold out there! The pristine Lake Huvsgul is 2 million years old, and makes up to 1% of the world’s total fresh water reserve. The Huvsgul stretches for 136km in the Alpine-like mountains, and the deepest point of the lake is 262m. The Huvsgul region itself is a home to the Tsaatan – Reindeer Herders of Mongolia, an ethnic group famous for their distinctive lifestyle based on keeping reindeers in the depth of the Taiga.
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FAQ: The Differences between Mongolia and Inner Mongolia
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Mongolia (outer) and Inner Mongolia are two distinct regions, each with their own unique culture, history, and attractions. If you're planning a trip to this part of the world, it's important to understand the differences between these two regions to ensure that you have the best possible travel experience. Whether you choose to visit Mongolia or Inner Mongolia, you're sure to have a memorable travel experience. By understanding the differences between these two regions, you can choose the one that best suits your travel style and interests. So why wait? Start planning your trip to Mongolia today and discover all that this fascinating destination has to offer. 
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Baron von Ungern – The Monster Who Helped Make an Independent Mongolia
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Baron Roman von Ungern-Sternberg sounds like the kind of guy Mongolian parents can use as a threat for misbehaving children. His deeds are truly the stuff of nightmares – murdering deserting soldiers, keeping wolves in his attic for his enemies, and burning people alive inside of haystacks. Without him, however, there might be no independent Mongolia today.
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More than 60 countries are VISA FREE to visit Mongolia
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Yeah! Such great news! After a change in visa regulation, Mongolia is more accessible than ever. Find out if you need a visa to Mongolia here! Mongolia's immigration department has relaxed tourist visa requirements for 61 nationalities, including Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech, Denmark, and Estonia. Mongolian government just announced that citizens from the below 34 countries do not need a visa to visit Mongolia for up to 30 days. This regulation is temporary and is valid until December 2025 at this point.
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10 Things to Do for a Short Stay in Mongolia
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Sometimes we can’t stay as long as we want in a place. If you don’t have a ton of time, but want to maximize your Mongolian experience you can. Mongolia’s size is part of its charm, but it’s also one of its challenges. For example, if you want to visit Mongolia, and see a lot of the Gobi Desert in three days, it’s just not going to happen. For this list, I compiled things you can easily do from the hub of Ulaanbaatar. From there, you can arrange smaller trips, and some of these activities can be done elsewhere (like horseback riding). These trips are for anything from a day-long layover to three days.
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Tsagaan Sar, The Lunar New Year of Mongolia
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Tsagaan sar, the Mongolia’s Lunar new year is the biggest long-awaited holiday in Mongolia. It is widely celebrated throughout the country around January or February according to the combination of Solar-Lunar calendar that Mongolians use. It is a celebration of passing long harsh winter and welcoming a spring as well as welcoming new year. Furthermore, Tsagaan Sar is a family celebration as all relatives gather at the elders’ home to greet and wish all the best to each other for the following year. The festival lasts for 3-14 days depending on the region. It is non-working national holidays in Mongolia for 3 days.
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Selena Travel takes part in the PATA Travel Mart 2006
Posted by Selena Travel / Mar 29, 2024
Our managing director Ms. Nyamsuren G. and sales manager Ms. Zolzaya O. successfully presented the company and the country at the 29th PATA Travel Mart 2006 at Asia World-Expo center in Hong Kong on 12-15 Sep. PATA Travel Mart is the premier travel mart in the Asia Pacific region and Selena Travel was the first Mongolian company to ever take part in it. PATA President and CEO Mr. Peter de Jong confirmed the official delegate numbers for PTM06.
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