Hovsgel, Administrative province in northern Mongolia.
Khövsgöl is a province in northern Mongolia with mountains, forests, and the country's largest freshwater lake. The region spans a large area with varied landscapes, ranging from thick forest to open plains.
The province was established in 1931 and is based on ancient nomadic territories that connected trading routes with neighboring regions. This history shapes the region today and explains how settlements and trade routes are organized.
The province is a center of traditional herding culture, where families live in gers and move their livestock across grasslands. Visitors can see daily life in these communities that have maintained their way of life for generations.
Visitors typically fly from Ulaanbaatar to the city of Mörön or reach the province by private vehicle over long distances. Once there, it makes sense to book organized tours or hire local guides to explore different areas.
The lake holds a significant portion of the world's available freshwater reserves and is extremely deep. Its size and depth make it a remarkable feature that visitors often underestimate.
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