Burkhan Khaldun, Sacred summit in Khentii Mountains, Mongolia.
The mountain reaches 2,362 meters in elevation and forms a crescent shape, serving as the source for the Kherlen and Onon rivers.
The mountain holds significance as the birthplace of Genghis Khan and the final resting place of his general Subutai in the 13th century.
Local residents conduct ceremonies at three stone cairns along specific routes, maintaining traditional mountain worship practices through generations.
The protected area spans 12,000 square kilometers within the Khan Khentii region, requiring permits and guided tours for mountain access.
The mountain ecosystem supports 50 species of fauna and 253 species of birds native to the Central Asian steppe environment.
Elevation above the sea: 2,450 m
GPS coordinates: 48.76202,109.01083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:44
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