Mongolia on horseback

Ask has spent anyone time in Mongolia, and confirmed that the country can be seen from the back of a horse by far the best view, and in fact the only means of transport makes no sense at all. This applies in Mongolia, as nowhere else in the world for three reasons. First, as little comfort for the passengers, the roads are in a terrible state and vehicles manufactured in Russia for sightseeing drive an endurance test rather than comfort. Second, the landscape is ideal for traveling on horseback.

No ... no fences, no power lines, no paved roads and cities to talk about ...

The vast steppe meadow impressive proportions with no fences, no power lines, no paved roads or cities right extends from north to south Russia and China, with nothing but mountains and rivers to balance their line of movement. If the steppe gives way to the mountain, even discordant path and the only way to continue is on foot or on horseback. Finally, the horse is an integral part of the Mongolian people and their culture. Riding is as basic as breathing; is inconceivable that life is without horses. Therefore, a perfect riding sequence in what otherwise might be a rather strange and alien life. The Mongols, in particular in the field, are naturally warm, friendly and quick to laugh. Invite strangers into their Gers, generous and has tea with milk and curd, and answer questions. Those arriving by horse, have the advantage of living in a family environment both cultures, and the conversation then flows faster and easier. Mongolia is large and diverse, and there were many places I was curious ,. I opted for the spirit of the reindeer herders, to Tsaatan nomadic people to see a hike in the mountains without roads to the north and then through mountain passes to Khövsgöl lake has the reputation of being the best views in Mongolia. And because this is a very unusual part of the country, I added another walk in southern Ulaanbaatar steppes along the edge of the Gobi, where the landscape is with the traditional white gers meadows, and herds of domesticated horses, goats and sheep dotted.

Mongolia is unrivaled inhabited woodland, desert, steppe and lakes are more than 15 different ethnic groups a unique area of the geographical and human diversity. Join us on an adventure riding in Mongolia to experience this culture first hand and seat.

The horses are deeply rooted in the culture of Mongolia; They are an indication of the wealth of a man. The pace of life is controlled by the speed of the horse and the horses are woven into Mongolian song, verse and story. Babies learn to ride before walking, and dexterity of a young man measured by his talent as a driver.

This provides an ideal for a small tour to discover surroundings, a way of life has changed since the time of the Golden Horde, as "Devil Riders" Genghis Khan created the largest empire the world has ever known changed.

It is a visually stunning experience of emptiness and expanse on horseback across the steppe quietly without trees, completely free of fences, paved roads, power lines or permanent structures, no evidence of human activity so far extends, except for proper shepherds and their flocks .

The lovingly designed each trip to Mongolia introduced a concept of travel is possible and desirable. You are to live with horses and camel carts in the wild, the choice of nomadic life. This is a call for an active holiday for little effort, but with plenty of rest and fun.

They are south of Ulaanbaatar pass some 120-150 km in treeless steppe. Select bridgehead some good riding horses among the hundreds available. His team moved from camp to camp drawn in traditional wooden carts by Bactrian camels. On the way you pass the families of nomadic herdsmen. Human traits and wide landscape are perhaps the most interesting, since all families in the region are pastoralists. In summer, traveling with their herds in search of greener pastures. Guests of the area are the farmers strong horses, and compete in various competitions Naadam. The Mongolian equestrian tradition is a living cultural heritage from the time of the Huns and Genghis Khan.

A transportation in Mongolia, which makes no sense at all, the horse is. Around the world, different cultures maintain an equestrian tradition - but none can compare Mongols. For these people, the vast grasslands of Inner Asia known as the steppe horse as basic as breathing; is inconceivable that life is without horses. Runners who led my group in the spirit of the reindeer herders rolled Trek as if they were part of his horse, as simple as walking and smiling indeed. Dressed with a horse and Dell, were an independent autonomous unit.

Mongolian horses are short, no more than 14hh, unrefined with rather large heads. They were not wanted for breeding, and remained throughout the centuries as a secret weapon of the Mongols almost intact in the desert. These small horses are hard as modest wire, steadfast, with the incredible strength and is well adapted to the harsh Mongolian winter. Never see the inside of a fenced enclosure, and spend their lives without shoes. On this remarkable horses, Genghis Khan and his army of archers - Golden Horde - they were able to conquer much of Asia and Eastern Europe, has seen the establishment of the largest empire the world.

"I was lucky in Mongolia this summer (2006) when the country is celebrating with a special event his 800th anniversary was a recreation of battle strategies prove Genghis Khan cavalry. 500 mounted warriors thunder instead be wearing leather armor and shouted the call to war. was an impressive show. "Ellen Eco-reviews.