CULTURE – Mongolia is a land of nomads. People here have always lived in sympathy with the landscape, moving with their livestock as the seasons change. The traditional felt tent, a ger, is as integral to the sense of national identity as the concept of horsemanship is.

Mongolia Famous For. The motherland of Genghis Khan (who built the mighty Mongol Empire in the 13th century) and the world's largest land-locked country, Mongolia is famous for its rich history and vibrant culture.

Horse riding is central to Mongolian life, children become highly accomplished early and riders can handle their horses with skill and ease. The tough, sprightly and nimble Mongolian horse has stamina and strength that belies it diminutive size.

Mongolians are extremely friendly people and are very welcoming to foreigners, but it would still be nice of you to accept some of their local customs and rules for behavior. One of the things to remember is that Mongolians always give or pass things to others with their right hand, never their left.