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Creepy Teepee Mongolia

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The Ovoo or creepy teepee Mongolia relates to ancient Mongolian belief, traditional worship, Buddhist ritual, and one of the ways to call people to protect and be proud of nature.

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The famous Amazon Prime motoring show team traveled across awe-inspiring scenic lands of Mongolia by a hand-made off roader to reach Moron town on the Grand Tour Mongolia specials, following trails on a map, which only shows the landmarks. One of the remarkable mark was Creepy Teepee, which attracted many traveler attention, who wants to travel along the Grand Tour Mongolia scenic trails. The Creepy Teepee location and the Grand Tour Mongolia itinerary .

Why are there so many ovoos or creepy teepees in Mongolia?

CHILDREN CREEPY TEEPEE. There are some ovoos erected for children relating to the Mongolian taboo that children and women are not allowed to climb some of the worshipped mountains. That is why the smaller-sized ovoos for children exist, let the children do the ritual, learn, and keep the tradition.

CREEPY TEEPEE IN PROHIBITED AREA. Mongolian herder life is about survival in the harsh climate. So they erect the ovoo or creepy teepee in habitat areas of wolves, in places that attract thunder, or areas where natural disaster happens regularly (mostly dryness, excessive snowfall in winter, etc.) to calm down the situation, to ask for good weather, and protection.

CREEPY TEEPEE FOR TRAVELERS. You will find some big and small ovoos on roadsides or the roadside hills. Some of those ovoos are used as road marks while many are dedicated to travelers to ask for a good journey, good road condition, and pleasant wheatear during their travel.

CREEPY TEEPEE FOR SOMEONE. Ovoos or creepy teepee for someone. Erecting an own ovoo is not traditional, but some people ceremonially build their ovoo in their local areas as a way of paying respect to nature or birthplace.

CREEPY TEEPEE ON THE MOUNTAIN PASS. Ovoos or creepy teepee on the mountain pass. Travelers pay respect to mountain pass ovoos for allowing them to travel successfully on work or leisure for long-distance, letting them reach their destination, allowing them to pass the mountain pass, being fortunate, and seeing the panoramic views of the area. Moreover, the mountain pass ovoos serve as a traffic regulator in modern times when two cars drive up from opposite sides. Cars should pass the ovoo on the left-hand side or clockwise direction.

CREEPY TEEPEE ON THE TERRITORY BORDERS. The ovoos also mark territorial unit borders except for it serves as visitor welcoming and see-off points.

CREEPY TEEPEE MARKS THE SACRED OR SPIRITUAL AREAS. There are ovoos on the top of marvelous, sacred, and spiritual mountains and by the source of the rivers, springs, creeks, or at spiritual areas of the steppe.

What materials do they use in ovoo or creepy teepee?

Depending on the region, locals build with wood, stones, or sand. For example, you will see teepee-shaped wooden ovoo near or in forested areas, rock cairns in rocky areas, sand, and saxual tree ovoo in the Gobi desert. Mongolians place a wooden pole in the middle of the rock-cairn and tie offering silks or religious flags ceremonially when they first erect the ovoo, believing the pole connects the area with sky/earth/worshipping spirits. The ovoo visitors wrap those poles by layers of offering silk, clothing silk materials, and religious flags as part of rituals. Additionally, there are many different traces of offerings such as green tea block, religious pot, candies, biscuits, dairy products, small deity figures, banknotes, crutches (crutches presents people's belief that mother nature and spiritual gods helped them), or empty vodka bottles. The vodkas were first brought to the ovoo as an offering and later feast with it. Indeed, many people are not happy about those environmentally harmful offerings. Some ovoos are fenced or protected by a stone enclosure - particularly ones erected on the source of rivers, springs, and streams.

What ritual do people do when they see the ovoo or creepy teepee in Mongolia?

Indeed, you will see countless creepy teepees in Mongolia while traveling. You/your driver may stop at the first large-sized creepy teepee, walk around it 3 times in a clockwise direction and make an offering. The best offering is to pick up 3 stones from a nearby place or the bottom of the hill and offer it to the ovoo while walking around. Additionally, this is your contribution for the ovoo to rise. For Mongolians, it is an attempt to stay closer to the sky according to tradition.

The creepy teepee size

The creepy teepee differs in size depending on historical importance, whether the area/mountain locally worshipped or state worshipped, the crowd of the worshippers or travelers, etc. Except for the size, numerous creepy teepees exist in the same place relating to shamanic worship, different ways of worshiping ceremony and rite, etc.

The creepy teepee worshipping ceremony

Shamanic worshipping and rituals are one of the originations of ovoos. Shamans erect ovoos in areas that they believe the landlords exist and enable shamans to connect with their ancestor spirits through ritual. Later at the introduction of Buddhism in Mongolia, some shamanic rites were inherited or enriched with the Buddhist rituals. The creepy teepee ceremony does not always relate to religion or worship, but it is a call to protect nature, enrapture about their homeland and keep the tradition. The creepy teepee worshipping ritual usually takes place in spring and autumn, asking for rain when it is dry and pleasant winter for the animals. In Mongolia, some mountains are state worshipped by decrees of Mongolian presidents of different times. The state worshipped mountain creepy teepee ceremonies are popular events, sometimes followed by mini Naadam festivals - visitors of near and far gathers, including the Mongolian president. In general, the offerings and rituals differ depending on monks taking part in the main event or Shamans.

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The Grand Tour: Series 3, Episode 13: ‘Survival of the fattest’

• Clarkson, Hammond and May attempt to build a car and navigate their way out of Mongolia

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In a special episode, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are dropped in the vast wilderness of Mongolia and told to await a delivery which turns out to be some basic rations and all the flat-packed parts they need to assemble a vehicle in which they can escape to civilisation.

Navigating their way out of this epic, enormous and completely people-free terrain is going to be hard enough, especially with only a few days’ worth of food and clean water to see them through, but first they’ve got to build an entire car, and one of the ‘engineers’ is the world’s most ham-fisted hammer enthusiast.

About the ‘Creepy Teepee’

The ‘Creepy Teepee’ seen in this episode of The Grand Tour is a wooden Ovoo. An Ovoo is a sacred altar or shrine in Mongolian folk religious practice and in the religion of other Mongolic peoples, and are often found at the top of mountains and in high places, like mountain passes. They serve mainly as sites for the worship of Heaven and lesser gods led by shamans and kins’ elders, but also for Buddhist ceremonies.

When travelling, it is custom to stop and circle an ovoo three times, moving clockwise, in order to have a safer journey. Also, one may leave offerings in the form of sweets, money, milk, or vodka. If one is in a hurry while travelling and does not have time to stop at an ovoo, honking of the horn while passing by the ovoo will suffice.

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What is the make and model of that piece together vehicle?

Since the TG’s days the show is already scripted,so long time viewers should have an idea of how every kind of content goes on.Rural area sepcial with home made car isnt a new idea for the trio.TG and GT show both showed such content before（Beach Buggy special from S01）The trio always make to the finish one way or another.Even in some unbelievable situation

Good episode, but certain things make me doubt though. I mean Hammond and May really built that car without any help and an instruction manual? Really? The navigation process also doesn’t look true. They only had a compass and a map, which was just a drawing. No GPS and no Internet. And they reached every point marked on the map without an error. Doesn’t it all look a bit strange?

And that moment you realised John needed a bit of a push to make him roll over. There would have been a certain amount of planning and in my opinion someone must have already driven the route previously.

This was honestly the best episode of not only all three seasons of The Grand Tour, but better than anything from the last 10 seasons of Top Gear.

It was as great as the old Top Gear specials like North Pole Special or Africa Special the trio did back in the day. Loved it. I genuinely had lost hope that they could repeat such good episodes.

I would have liked to see more of them when they finally completed their grand journey. It was quite an amazing one. What a robust vehicle John turned out to be. I just wanted a better ending, instead of such a cheeky one.

Well,this really feels like a 2 in 1 episode,they can still do 2 part with this content,but I dont reject a big special

So there we are, if you need a reliable, sturdy, hardworking off road car, forget a Defender, a Range Rover, an Urus, a G Wagon, a Land Cruiser and even an aircross. Buy a John!!

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Creepy Teepees of Mongolia | What You Need to Know About Mongolian Ovoo!

Mongolia, known for its vast, rugged expanses and nomadic culture, is home to a unique cultural symbol known as the Creepy Teepee or Ovoo. These structures, often created from piles of rocks or wood, pepper the landscape, serving as poignant reminders of ancient traditions and belief systems. Deeply intertwined with the local customs, the Creepy Teepee is a shrine, a meeting point, a protector, and a guide.

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The Meaning of Creepy Teepee

Emerging from the raw, untouched landscapes of Mongolia, the Creepy Teepee or Ovoo, as it’s locally known, is a spiritual beacon. Rooted in Shamanistic beliefs and later adopted by Buddhism, these structures symbolize the enduring connection between the people and the divine. They serve as points of communication with spirits and gods, channels through which locals ask for blessings, protection, and purification.

Rituals and ceremonies are central to the life of the Creepy Teepee. The most common ceremony involves offering food items, such as vodka, butter, milk, and sweets, and placing a Buddhist ceremonial scarf when one encounters a Teepee. An intriguing aspect of the ritual is the act of adding stones to the structure while circumambulating it three times in a clockwise direction. This act, performed with devout reverence, is believed to bring good fortune, particularly for travelers embarking on a journey.

The Different Types of Creepy Teepee

Creepy Teepee, or Ovoos, take on various forms and purposes in Mongolian culture. Some are erected for children, in line with the taboo preventing them from climbing certain worshipped mountains. These smaller Ovoos allow children to participate in the ritual, thereby ensuring the tradition’s continuity.

In areas prone to natural disasters or inhabited by wolves, locals erect Ovoos as a plea for protection and good weather. This practice reflects the Mongolian herders’ deep respect for nature and their struggle for survival in a harsh climate. Travelers will also encounter Ovoos on roadsides, where they serve as markers and points of blessing for a safe and successful journey.

In some cases, individuals erect personal Ovoos in their local areas as a gesture of respect for nature or their birthplace. Other Ovoos are placed at mountain passes, serving as tokens of gratitude for safe passage and bountiful views. They even function as traffic regulators in modern times, with cars required to pass on the left-hand side or in a clockwise direction.

Finally, Ovoos also mark territorial borders, welcoming and bidding farewell to visitors. Some are situated on the top of sacred mountains or by the source of rivers, marking spiritual areas that command profound respect.

The Construction of Creepy Teepee

The construction of a Creepy Teepee or Ovoo depends on the region and available materials. In forested areas, you will find wooden Ovoos. In contrast, rocky areas feature rock cairns, and in the Gobi desert, sand and saxual tree Ovoos are common. Regardless of the material, Mongolians place a wooden pole in the middle of the structure and ceremonially tie offering silks or religious flags when they first erect the Ovoo. This pole is believed to create a connection between the area and the sky, earth, and worshipping spirits.

Over time, visitors add layers of offering silk, clothing silk materials, and religious flags to these poles as part of their rituals. Other common offerings include green tea blocks, religious pots, candies, biscuits, dairy products, small deity figures, and even banknotes. Some Ovoos are encased in a stone enclosure, particularly those erected at

the sources of rivers, springs, and streams, signifying their importance and reverence.

The Rituals Associated with Creepy Teepee

A trip to Mongolia would be incomplete without encountering numerous Creepy Teepees. When locals or travelers spot an Ovoo, they typically stop, walk around it three times in a clockwise direction, and make an offering. The preferred offering is to pick up three stones from a nearby place or the bottom of the hill and place them onto the Ovoo, contributing to its growth. For Mongolians, this act is a way of staying close to the sky, in keeping with tradition.

The Creepy Teepee Worshipping Ceremony

Shamanic worshipping and rituals form the origin of Ovoos. Shamans erect Ovoos in areas where they believe landlords exist, enabling them to connect with ancestor spirits through ritual. With the introduction of Buddhism in Mongolia, some shamanic rites were assimilated and enriched with Buddhist rituals.

The Creepy Teepee ceremony is not always religious but serves as a call to protect nature, express love for their homeland, and uphold tradition. These ceremonies usually take place in spring and autumn, appealing for rain in dry periods and a pleasant winter for the animals. Some mountains are state-worshipped by decrees of Mongolian presidents of different times, with the state-worshipped mountain Creepy Teepee ceremonies being popular events, sometimes even accompanied by mini Naadam festivals.

The Creepy Teepee or Ovoo is more than just a physical structure. It’s a symbol of Mongolia’s rich cultural heritage, a testament to its historical Shamanistic and Buddhist practices, and a reminder of its deep connection with nature. Whether they’re serving as religious shrines, landmarks for travelers, or protectors against natural disasters, these structures are a significant part of the country’s cultural fabric. So, the next time you’re traveling through Mongolia, take a moment to appreciate these humble structures and the profound cultural significance they carry.

How To Pay Respect as a Foreigner

it’s important to respect local customs and traditions when traveling to different countries. If you’re a foreigner visiting Mongolia and you encounter a Creepy Teepee (Ovoo), here’s how you can pay your respects:

• Approach the Ovoo Respectfully : Ovoos are sacred structures, so it’s crucial to approach them with a respectful attitude. Remember, you’re participating in a ritual that has been practiced for thousands of years.
• Walk Around the Ovoo Clockwise : When you reach the Ovoo, walk around it three times in a clockwise direction. This ritual is an integral part of the Ovoo tradition and should be adhered to when possible.
• Make an Offering : The traditional offering involves picking up three stones from a nearby location or from the bottom of the hill and adding them to the Ovoo. This act contributes to the growth of the Ovoo and symbolizes your participation in the ongoing tradition.
• Respect the Environment : As the Ovoos are often located in nature and are seen as a way to respect and protect the environment, ensure that you leave the area as you found it. Do not litter or disturb the wildlife.
• Remember Its Significance : Understanding the significance of the Ovoo is key to respecting it. Remember that it’s more than just a pile of stones or wood – it’s a shrine, a landmark, a protector, and a crucial part of Mongolian culture.

Please remember that not all Ovoos might be open for participation by foreigners or tourists. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to ask a local guide or someone knowledgeable about the local customs. Also, note that some Ovoos might be associated with specific rituals that should only be performed by those who follow the particular belief system. Always be respectful and considerate of these boundaries.

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What Is The Creepy Teepee On The Grand Tour?

In this episode of The Grand Tour, there’s a fascinating feature known as the “Creepy Teepee,” which actually turns out to be a wooden Ovoo. But what exactly is an Ovoo? Well, an Ovoo is a sacred altar or shrine that holds significant religious importance in Mongolian folk practices and among various Mongolic communities. These unique structures are typically situated in elevated locations, such as mountain summits and passes, serving as points of reverence and spiritual significance. So, when you see the Creepy Teepee on the Grand Tour, you’re actually witnessing a representation of this cultural and religious symbol from the Mongolian tradition.

Where Is The Creepy Teepee Mongolia?

The “Creepy Teepee” in Mongolia is a distinctive and sacred structure that plays a vital role in the region’s spiritual and territorial customs. Ovoos, these peculiar monuments, are not only boundary markers for territorial units but also serve as welcoming and farewell points for visitors. Moreover, they hold special significance in designating sacred or spiritual locations. Ovoos can be found perched atop magnificent mountains, near the sources of rivers, springs, creeks, and within spiritual areas across the vast Mongolian steppe. These unique structures are deeply intertwined with the cultural and religious heritage of Mongolia, offering a glimpse into the rich traditions of the region.

What’S The Teepee In Mongolia?

The traditional dwelling known as a yurt, or ger, holds significant cultural and historical importance in Central Asia, notably Mongolia, where it has served as the predominant style of housing for millennia. A yurt is a circular and portable structure constructed using a framework of flexible poles. These poles are typically formed into a lattice pattern and are then covered with layers of felt or other suitable fabrics, making them durable and weather-resistant. Yurts are a resilient and time-tested form of shelter, offering both practicality and cultural significance. This versatile dwelling has played a pivotal role in the nomadic lifestyle of the region, adapting to the needs of its inhabitants as they traverse the vast landscapes of Central Asia.

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Creepy Teepee in Mongolian is an Ovoo , originally Shamanistic but Buddhist shrine these days where Mongolians pray to the spirit and gods . Creepy teepee is made from rock or wooden piles around Mongolia. Mongolians have been worshiping it for thousands of years. Today Mongolians make the first ceremony only. The ‘Creepy Teepee’ seen in this episode of The Grand Tour is a wooden Ovoo . An Ovoo is a sacred altar or shrine in Mongolian folk religious practice and in the religion of other Mongolic peoples, and are often found at the top of mountains and in high places, like mountain passes. The ovoos also mark territorial unit borders except for it serves as visitor welcoming and see-off points. CREEPY TEEPEE MARKS THE SACRED OR SPIRITUAL AREAS. There are ovoos on the top of marvelous, sacred, and spiritual mountains and by the source of the rivers, springs, creeks, or at spiritual areas of the steppe .

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You want to travel across the breathtaking landscape of Mongolia on your own with your friends? You don’t want to be tied to a fixed journey and have the flexibility to spend an extra day on a beautiful spot that you discover? Then these car rental packages are perfect for you to explore Mongolia!

You are completely free in your route design. The provided route suggestions will give you some good ideas on where to go.

You can book the package on a weekly basis for 1,2,3 and 4 weeks.

The route suggestions can be found below and we will send you a detailed route plan before your trip.

If you prefer to have an English speaking driver from SIXT or a guide on board, just let us know!

The new and spacious four-wheel drive rental vehicles from SIXT are perfect for the journey. The standard option includes the Russian Army Vehicle 4x4 UAZ Patriot and you have the option to upgrade to the timeless and rugged Toyota Landcruiser 76/79 or Ford Ranger pickup.

The car includes modern camping equipment. If you want to spend the night in a yurt camp or hotel, this is best to organize spontaneously on site and on request we can book you accommodations before the trip.

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The modern tent can be easily assembled or disassembled in less than 60 seconds! Due to the unique design even strong winds up to 180km / h are no problem!

Details about the rental car

You will receive the rental car the day after your arrival between 9:00 and 11:00 am at the SIXT station in the BlueSky Tower. The vehicle will be returned the day before your departure between 5:00 and 8:00 pm. A rental car upgrade to a pickup truck (eg: Toyota Landcruiser 76/79) is possible by pre-order. For the car hire of the Patriot a security deposit of MNT 4mio will be blocked on your credit card.

What is not included in the offer?

Please bring your own sleeping bag!

Flights, meals except twice breakfast at the hotel and other products such as drinks, food, fuel are not included in the offer.

Route suggestions:

Route A) Central Mongolia

Route B) Gobi Desert

Route C) The north of Mongolia with Khuvsgul lake

Route D) Central Mongolia and Gobi Desert

Route E) Central Mongolia and northern Mongolia

Route F) Gobi Desert, Central Mongolia and northern Mongolia

Route G) Gobi Desert, Altai Mountains and the north of Mongolia

Route H) Gobi Desert, Altai Mountains and the north of Mongolia

Horse riding in Mongolia

This is a dream that many want to realize. We recommend you to do short idyllic and guided horse riding and not to jump directly into multi-day tours. Mongolian horses and the Mongolian saddle are unlike a horseback ride back home. Horse riding is offered in many yurt camps and by nomads. Central Mongolia is especially suitable for horse riding around Kharakorum (for example at the Ugii lake ).

Camel riding in Mongolia

Camel riding is a very special experience, especially along the dunes like the Khongor Sand Dune in the heart of the Gobi Desert or the "mini" Gobi Elsen Taserkhai in central Mongolia.

Offroad driving in Mongolia

Offroading and camping in Mongolia is definitely an amazing and fun experience. There are only very few countries where this combination is possible to the fullest off the beaten tracks and Mongolia is next to Namibia one of the last overlanding and camping heavens. The tracks through the steppe and deserts in Mongolia are an absolute highlight for every off-road fan! Also camping in the land of nomads is very special. You can freely camp in the nature. Just choose your campsite and watch the stars in the clear sky. Detailed camping tips can be found in our Camping Guide and driving tips in our Offroad Guide .

Fishing in Mongolia

Fishing in Mongolia is very unique and can be challenging. There are special species of fish here, such as the largest salmonid species in the world, which can get over 60 years old and up to two meters long. Carp and pike are particularly good at catching Ugii Lake in Central Mongolia. Yurt camps offer guided boat rides on the lake. Further details about fishing can be found in our Mongolia Fishing guide .

Best time to travel to Mongolia

The best time to travel to Mongolia is generally between mid-April and October. The Gobi Desert is the first region that can be explored in the spring from mid-April. In July and August the Gobi gets very hot and we recommend to travel between April and June or September to October. Especially beautiful in spring is to see the numerous newborn animals. Foals, baby camels, baby goats and little yaks run around everywhere!

In the summer months, Central Mongolia and especially Khuvsgul Lake in the north is a great destination. In the middle of July, the National Festival of Naadam takes place in each province and we strongly recommend to visit this spectacle in the countryside and to avoid Ulan Bator. There, the horse racing, wrestling and archery is still idyllic and less crowded.

In autumn, a trip across Mongolia into the Altai Mountains is amazing and the eagle hunters will be active again.

Packing list for your Grand Tour

Temperatures may fluctuate due to the continental climate. During the day the sun is strong and it warms up quickly. In the evening it usually cools down and you will feel the wind of the steppe. It is therefore recommended to pack clothes for warm and cold temperatures. In the Gobi it usually stays very warm at night during the summer months and a thin sleeping bag is enough. In the rest of the country, a warmer sleeping bag is recommended and especially in spring and autumn this is very important.

It does not rain much and the sky is mostly not covered in the "land of the blue sky". Therefore, sunscreen and sunglasses are also very important.

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Mongolian Food

The Mongolian cuisine is primarily meat and dough-heavy (you can find more information about Mongolian food in our blog ) and you will find in almost every small village a restaurant offering Buzz, Khushuur and a meat dish. There are also everywhere small supermarkets with the basics. Provincial capitals such as Dalanzadgad in the Gobi, Darkhan and Erdenkt in the north also have large supermarkets with many foreign products.

It makes the most sense to buy provisions for about 3 to 5 days from Ulaanbaator and to buy the rest on the way.

In Ulaanbaatar the new Emart (a Korean hypermarket chain) is a good "one stop shop". There you will find everything you need for a road trip. For Glamping and gourmet friends, Rosewood Restaurant with Rosewood Market and Butchery on Soul Street is a great place to go. Here you will find freshly baked burgers and sourdough bread (lasts longer) as well as a wide selection of barbecue products. Our tip is to take their vacuum packed and frozen home-made products, which are then also good to eat fresh after several days.

The camping set contains a gas stove. You should always have enough LPG 500ml gas bottles. These can be found in most supermarkets.

Navigation and Gas Stations in Mongolia

Navigation in Mongolia works best with a smartphone and the maps.me app. Download the app with the Mongolia map in advance on your mobile phone for free and buy a local SIM card from Unitel, Gmobile or Mobicom. With the app you can navigate without Cyrillic knowledge and without Internet connection. Make sure that you do not underestimate the distances and driving times. On the asphalt roads you drive mostly 40-80kmh and should not rush. Do not drive after dusk due to the many animals and difficult navigation.

Mongolia is the least populated country in the world and at the same time has an amazingly dense network of gas stations. Each small settlement has at least one gas station and along the main roads there are petrol stations at regular intervals. It is always advisable to fill up with 2/3 full tanks and visit more frequented gas stations with better fuel and to use additives at regular intervals (for gasoline cars the LIQUI MOLY Octane Plus for a higher Octane number and more power as well as the Injection Cleaner against corrosion, bacteria and water in the fuel. Diesel powered vehicles should use the LIQUI MOLY Super Diesel additive for more Cetan, power and against corrosion, bacteria and water). More information can be found in our Offroad Guide.

Roadside Assistance in Mongolia

If you get into an accident or damage the vehicle, please contact your vehicle rental company SIXT immediately. SIXT will help you immediately and if necessary send a mechanic or replacement car. MAS is a good local Roadside Assistance provider. More information can be found in our Offroad Guide.

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Jeremy Clarkson ‘hated’ filming The Grand Tour Mongolia special

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The Grand Tour trio travel to Mongolia for a special episode of the show, but Jeremy Clarkson doesn’t exactly have fond memories of the journey.

The new episode sees Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May forced to survive on basic rations , most crucially without alcohol, as they venture across Mongolia.

While it proves one of the best episodes of the season so far, Clarkson would seemingly rather disregard it from memory entirely.

Posting on Twitter, Clarkson wrote: ‘I really hope you enjoy the Grand Tour Mongolia Special as much as I hated making it.’

The episode sees the trio assemble a vehicle from makeshift parts which will help them escape to civilisation, travelling over huge vistas and massive sand dunes.

Despite the pain though, Clarkson believes it’s the best episode they’ve ever done of the show.

‘Actually, I’ll say it,’ Clarkson wrote. ‘The Grand Tour Mongolia Special is the best we’ve ever done. It really really is worth watching.’

Fans should expect more episodes similar to this one, called Survival Of The Fattest, going forward as producer Andy Wilman believes the Mongolia outing is ‘not just the best Special of the series but one of the best we have done in many a year’.

The next season of The Grand Tour is set to drop the studio format entirely, so you can certainly expect more similar specials to come.

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Moscow/Zelenograd and New Moscow

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Zelenograd and New Moscow are two large parts of Moscow city, that lie (often far) outside consolidated residential zone of the city, which lies within and just beyond the MKAD (Moscow Ring Road).

Zelenograd was added in Moscow in 1968 as one of the leading scientific centers. New Moscow was added to Moscow in 2012, forming Novomoskovky and Troitskiy Administrativniy Okrugs with plans of new vast expansion. New Moscow territory is yet to change according to its new city status. Even though suburbial kind construction intensifies in Novomoskovsky Administrativniy Okrug, Troitskiy Administrativniy Okrug still mostly has a rural feel.

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Vnukovo and Ostafyevo airports are situated in New Moscow proper, though from Ostafyevo airport you still have to go through the "old" Moscow. It is possible to get from Sheremetyevo to Zelenograd without going to the old city - you have to change to 400 minibus on Leningrad highway or on local train on Planernaya. From Domodedovo airport you'll have to go through the old city anyway (the route through Domodedovo and Podolsk will take more time).

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Local trains connect Zelenograd with Leningrad Train Station, Tver, Klin and Konakovo. Local trains from Kiev Train Station pass through northern part of New Moscow between Novoperedelkino and Krekshino. To go to Zosimova Pustyn you may want to go all the way to Bekasovo, but trains there are infrequent. It is possible to get to New Moscow through Podolsk, but you'll have to change to bus there.

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Most frequent bus to Zelenograd is bus 400 from Rechnoi Vokzal. It has special pricing. Buses are primary way of public transport to get to New Moscow, new buses are often added. Most buses start from Yugo-Zapadnaya and Tepliy Stan metroes, and Podolsk train station. Troitsk serves as a bus hub.

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Zelenograd is accessible by M10 highway. Major highways in New Moscow are M3, A101, Warsaw highway Podolsk - Kresty (joining with A101), first "Beton Ring" A107 and Borovsk highway Peredelkino - Vnukovo - to join with M3. M10 and A101 are often highly congested, M3 may be less prone to it, except Moscow vicinity, and crossing with A107, A107 is congested near M3 crossing, which is northwest of New Moscow; Warsaw highway is congested in Podolsk, and you'll have to pass congested M2 to get there from MKAD.

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Teepee Mongolia Grand Tour (9 days)

Amazing Teepee Mongolia Grand Tour

We will discover Teepee Mongolia Grand Tour, there are an eternally clear sky, blue mirages, In addition to that, golden sand and boundlessly expansive steppe lands, mountain sheep, wild asses, ibexes camels and gazelles flourish here, as do different types of flora. That is the Gobi Desert of Mongolia, and let’s enjoy!

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2pax:$1845  per person 3pax:$1665 per person 4pax or more:$1395 per person

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3pax: $1125 per person

4pax or more:$945 per person

Day 1. Teepee Mongolia Grand Tour-Tsagaan suvraga (ancient sea shore)

We will drive to our next point. With its fantastic colour combinations, Tsagaan Suvarga or “White Stupas” is one of Mongolia’s most magnificent natural wonder. It is interesting to discover the scared cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga, facing east from a distance it looks like the ruin of an ancient town or a complex of white stupas. Over a hundred thousands of years, the wind has carved this fantastic natural wonder. The cliff is 62 meters high and 400 meters wide. Tsagaan Suvarga was a sea bottom, and its eroded cliffs are rich in fossil seashells. • Accommodation Nomadic Family or Tourist camp (L+D) • Activities: Hiking, visiting a historical place, photo shooting, and discover camel herding nomadic life

Day 2. ”Three beauty mountains” National Park (Bearded Eagle Canyon)

After breakfast, we will drive to the well know a place “Yoliin Am,” it is the narrow ice canyon of a river that flows through 2815 meters high of sea level Zuun Saikhan Mountains. The gorge sheered rocky walls with a height of about 200 meters high in the central part. This area has been protected since 1965 and has an area of 70 square kilometres. However, today “Yoliin Am” is one of the Strictly Protected Areas of Mongolia. • Accommodation: Tourist camp or Nomadic family (B+L+D) • Activities: Hiking and visiting a natural wonder

Day 3. “Khongoryn Els” dunes

After breakfast, we will discover the beautiful Khongor Els Sand Dunes with an extraordinary length of 180 kilometres and 15-20 meters full lie on the northern part of the mountains of Sevree and Zuulen. The vast dunes are part of the desert zone that makes up around 3% of Mongolian territory. • Accommodation: Tourist camp or Nomadic family (B+L+D) • Activities: Hiking, visiting a natural wonder,camel riding and climb up to dunes

Day 4. Bayan Zag – “Flaming Cliffs”

After breakfast, we will drive to next point Bayanzag; it is located near the centre of Bulgan Soum, is internationally famous for the paleontological discovery of dinosaurs remains from the Paleolithic Era that includes complete skeletons, eggs, and hatchlings of the Cretaceous Period. Dinosaurs skeletons discovered here including Protoceratops, Oviraptor and the heavily armoured Pinacosaurus that were living 70-80 million years ago. Flaming Cliffs were found in 1922 by the explorer Roy Chapman Andrews, who visited in Mongolia. • Accommodation: Tourist camp or Nomadic family (B+L+D) • Activities: Hiking, visiting a natural wonder, climb up to cliffs and photo shooting,

Day 5. Ongyn Khiid monastery

We will drive to Ongyn temple; it was established in the 1760s by Bari Yonzon Khamba in a small mountainous bank area along the Ongi River. During that time, the monastery had over 1000 monks and a complex of around 30 temples. The Ongi temple is still active, but now only a few monks perform its functions. • Accommodation: Tourist camp or Nomadic family (B+L+D) Activities: Hiking and visiting a natural wonder

Day 6. Ulaan tsutgalan waterfall

We will drive to the Ulaan Tsutgalan Waterfall; it is on the Ulaan River flows through volcanic basalt rocks formed by a unique combination of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes around twenty thousand years ago. The Waterfall cascades from an impressive height over 20 meters with a width around 10 meters and extends for 100 meters of the Orkhon River. • Accommodation: Family Yurt or Tourist camp (B+L+D) • Activities: Hiking, visiting a natural wonder, photo shooting and horse riding

Day 7. Tsenkher hot spring

After breakfast, we will drive to the Tsenkher hot springs. It is one of the most beautiful hot springs in Mongolia. It reaches a temperature of 86 degree from the forest and enriched by the minerals and optimum pH for the skin. That is why this hot spring mostly used for relaxing and resorting your health. Additionally, this area surrounded by the forest, mountains, and cattle from the nomadic family likewise yaks, horses. • Accommodation: Family Yurt or Tourist camp (B+L+D) Activities: Hiking, visiting a natural wonder and photo shooting

Day 8. Khugnu Khaan Natural Reserve

We will drive to the mountain “Khogno Khan” Nature Reserve. Once you reach the mountain, you will arrive at a nomadic family yurt in front of this beautiful forested rocky mountains. A mountain is a place of hundreds of birds, deer and gazelle. After we will go hiking around the area or to the small dunes nearby called “Elsen Tasarkhai”. • Accommodation: Family Yurt or Tourist camp (B+L+D) Activities: Hiking and photo shooting

Day 9. Khustai National Park and Ulaanbaatar

We will drive to Khustai National Park to see Mongolian wild horses, Przewalski which were re-introduced back to its home and in 1993. Moreover, turn southwesterly along the Tuul River and its riverine forest meadows. At the park first, you will visit the Park museum and conference hall. Then we will discover the Takhi, the Asian wild horse. If you have a chance, see the wolf, argali sheep, and deer as well. • Activities: Hiking and see wild horse (B+L)

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Mongolia tour includes

Transfers upon arrival and departure

English speaking guide at all times.

In the countryside, all lodging will be in ger camps and nomadic family’s Ger.

All meals are provided as stated in the itinerary.

Ground transportation: in the countryside by driven 4WD van, bus in the city area.

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Horse and Camel ride

Sightseeing as per itinerary

1.5 litre of drinking water per day per person

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