Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park is a large protected area at the border between Russia and China with mountains, glaciers, and lakes. The territory covers 630,000 hectares and holds mountain ranges, snow-covered peaks, and several lakes fed by melting ice.

Rock carvings in the mountains are more than 13,000 years old and record early human societies. These ancient marks show the long transition from hunting to herding that took place over many thousands of years.

The Kazakh and Tuvan people who live here maintain their traditional way of life in these mountains and valleys. They use the land for herding and keep old craft techniques alive that connect them closely to their surroundings.

Visitors need special permits for certain areas, especially near the borders. The town of Ulgii serves as the main starting point for trips and expeditions into the mountains.

A large glacier in the park feeds one of the region's most important rivers and creates many lakes. These meltwater lakes form the heart of the ecosystem and attract different animal species.

Location: Bayan-Ölgii Province

Inception: 1996

Part of: Altai

GPS coordinates: 48.55000,88.61667

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41