Terelj park

Jailoo

Terelj

Place type
Jailoo
Elevation
1500 m

Field notes

The field account

Terelj is a scenic valley located about 70 kilometers northeast of the Mongolian capital city of Ulaanbaatar. It is a popular tourist destination in Mongolia, known for its stunning natural beauty, including rugged rock formations, deep river valleys, and lush forests.

One of the most famous landmarks in Terelj is the Turtle Rock, a massive rock formation that resembles a turtle emerging from the ground. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and exploring the local nomadic culture by staying in traditional Mongolian gers (yurts).

Other popular activities in Terelj include visiting the Aryabal Meditation Temple, where visitors can learn about Buddhism and meditation practices, and exploring the Genghis Khan Statue Complex, a massive statue of the famous Mongol leader.

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Where it sits

Geographic index

Within this place

7 destinations in the catalogue

Sights and natural places

  1. Zuunbayagiin Adag

    Jailoo · 1550 m

  2. Hudriin Davaa

    Pass · 1750 m

  3. Khangiin Khan Nuur

    Lake · 1815 m

  4. Khonog Tolgoi

    Jailoo · 1700 m

  5. Asralt Khairkhan

    Peak · 2800 m

  6. Khurkhiin Adag

    Jailoo · 1800 m

  7. Gunjin Sum Temple

    Sacred Place · 1820 m

Visual field notes

A closer look