Rugged Mongolia is an adventure destination where travellers can experience nomadic cul-ture and vast, untouched landscapes. Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Mongolia, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice. Lonely Planet’s Mongolia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit monasteries for a slice of Buddhist history and whispered mantras; hike through the rugged mountains, serene river valleys and fields of wild flowers in the Mongolian back country; travel by camel across the Gobi Desert in the footsteps of Marco Polo; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mongolia and begin your journey now!