Yolyn Am

The deep and narrow gorge features vertical rock walls that extend through the Gurvan Saikhan Mountains, creating natural passages between stone formations.

The name derives from the Lammergeier vultures that established their nests within the canyon walls during past centuries of undisturbed habitat.

Local Mongolian guides share knowledge of traditional navigation methods through the canyon while explaining the relationship between nature and nomadic life.

The site requires proper hiking shoes and warm clothing even in summer, as temperatures in shaded areas remain cold due to limited sun exposure.

Despite its location in the Gobi Desert, thick ice formations persist in the deep sections of the canyon until mid-summer due to limited sunlight penetration.

GPS coordinates: 43.49310,104.08380

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46