On December 7th, 2022, we stood atop Cerros de Pereyra in Argentina, embarking on what would become our Mongolian journey. As we descended the wind-battered slopes seeking shelter under pines from the relentless sun, a surprising Mongolian tune captured our attention. This was no ordinary music; it was Khoomei, a form of throat singing where…
Country: Ovorkhangai
Mongolia – Ovorkhangai
Horse Statue Museum
Cruising down the highway towards Ulaanbaatar, a good 450 kilometers to go, a curious sight snagged our attention. A massive square monument peeked at us from the roadside, beckoning for a closer look. We heeded the call, and our curiosity was rewarded. This imposing structure, guarded by a vast 100-meter square compound, wasn’t your average…
Myangan Yamaat
Yesterday’s failed attempt to summit Myangan Yamaat peak turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Retracing our steps, we stumbled upon a beacon of hope: a camp spotted on a map, merely 3.5 km west of our target, complete with a clear trail of car tracks visible from the heavens. Though we didn’t pop…
Myangan Yamaat – Attempt
Just hours before sunset, we arrive at a valley on the east side, which, according to our map, should lead us directly to the summit. So, we believe following this valley or river, then tackling some slopes or ridges, should get us there. Yet, doubts linger, though hope stubbornly remains. We drive until the car…
Ich-Tevsh-Ula
The journey to the peak is an adventure in itself, spiced up with a game of ‘Name That Peak!’ along the way. Ich-Tevsh-Ula? Sounds more like a magic incantation than a mountain, yet here it is, towering with its P200 status. Yes, we were the ones keeping score, and post-climb, we triumphantly declared it P202….