Meet with a Shaman in Ulaanbaatar
Have an evening ceremony with a powerful Shaman. Ask questions and get answers. One of the most interesting experiences to have in Mongolia.
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Hi, I'm Breanna...
I’m an American travel writer and adventurer living in Mongolia. I started Meanwhile in Mongolia in 2018, quickly growing it into the #1 Mongolia travel blog.
Keep reading and you’ll find useful tips for traveling one of the world’s most remote countries, including itineraries, packing lists, hotel recommendations, tips for handling Mongolia’s notorious weather, and more.
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Learn Horseback Archery (3-day & 4-day Group Training Experience)
Train with the Mongolian horseback archers featured on the National Geographic show Superskilled with Eva zu Beck. Booking now for 2027.
Central Mongolia Driving Route: Tsetserleg to Murun (6-day Easy Itinerary)
Drive from Tseterleg to Murun, Mongolia on this 6-day easy driving itinerary. Historic landmarks including burial mounds and deer stones, stunning wild camping, and more.
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I’m here to help you navigate Ulaanbaatar like a local. From expert city guides to my favorite restaurants, truthful hotel reviews and airport insider tips, here’s everything you need to know when visiting Mongolia’s capital city.
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How to Book a Free Gobi Cashmere Factory Tour
Book for free! Learn how Mongolia’s largest cashmere brand goes from goat to coat. Behind the scenes at the factory and shopping at the Factory Store.
The Best Places to Get a Massage in Ulaanbaatar
The best places to get a massage in Ulaanbaatar with reasonable prices and great service.
How to Visit the Chinggis Khaan Museum in Ulaanbaatar
Located behind Sukhbaatar Square, the Chinggis Khaan National Museum isn’t to be missed when visiting Ulaanbaatar. Open daily in the summer from 9:00 to 20:00.
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