LOCATION: 1380 from Ulaanbaatar and 80 km north of Khovd, a central town in Khovd province in western Mongolia along the Khovd and Ulgii town roads.
The researchers set up some snow and glacier measuring tools that help to study the global warmth showing the same indication as the northern pole.
Why is Tsambagarav Mountain Protected?
Altai Mountain Range branch Tsambagarav Mountain is a part of Tsambagarav National Park. The 110,960 ha area was set up in 2000 to protect endangered species such as Snow Leopard, Argali sheep, Ibex, Rock Ptarmigan, and Altai Snowcock. The Argali wild sheep found in the park is the largest in the world.
The mountain peak is 2208 m Tsast Uul. The mountain has several glaciers and is a significant area for glacier study. Except for the wildlife, the scenic Tsambagarav Uul National Park has plenty of archeological sites and historical evidence including rock drawings, deer stones, and balbal stones. The mountain glacial gorges have waterfalls, streams, and turquoise lakes.
Accommodation and Best Time to Travel to Tsambagarav
No tourist facilities are available near the mountain. The best time to travel to the mountain is mid-June and late August. The mountain is the least traveled pristine destination for photographers, trekkers, horse riders, and mountaineers.
Kazakh and Uriankhai ethnics summer settlement Namarjin Valley between the mountain and Khovd-Ulgii road provides an outstanding view of the mountain. Thus, the visitor can experience local life while staying with the local families.
