If you’re looking for a destination that will inspire you to embark on a digital detox and take a break from electronics and gadgets, Mongolia offers many reasons that will encourage you to unplug and unwind. Here are the top three:
1. Reconnect with Your Spirit at a Monastery
Janraisig God, Gandan Monastery
Mongolia’s monasteries are the perfect place for you to disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with your soul. You don’t have to be religious to feel the peaceful calmness when you visit any one of Mongolia’s many monasteries. Allow their significance and rich history to remind you of simpler times, tuning out the noise in your life and inspiring you to tune into your spirituality.
2. Venture into the Wild and Connect with Nature
Orkhon River Valley storm
Mongolia’s crystal-clear glacial lakes, vast steppes, and magnificent landscapes are enough to make you forget about the modern world. From horseback riding to Naiman Nuur, hiking around Ugii Lake, trekking through the Altai Mountains; Mongolia is full of reasons to take a break from technology and get in touch with nature.
Horseback riding is one of the best ways to experience the countryside as it allows you the opportunity you to experience Mongolia from the perspective of a nomad and get to the very heart of Mongolia’s wilderness.
3. Go Back to Basics at a Yurt Campsite
Mongolian starry night
Yurt camping is one of the best ways for you to experience nomadic Mongolia and leave the bustling city behind. Traditional Yurts or Gers are cylindrical tents that the nomads have lived in for over 3,000 years.
Spend a few days with a host family who will welcome you and share their local traditions and practices with you. Feast on traditional Mongolian dishes and explore the outdoors. Spend your evening chatting with the neighbors and other travelers under the stars.
Remember, unplugging doesn’t mean you have to leave all electronics behind; after all, you still want to take photos and capture those memories. A digital detox means merely not being a slave to that feeling that you must be connected online 24/7. Those beautiful pictures you take of Mongolia’s magnificent scenery, cultural festivals, and even delectable foodie-shots can wait to post and share when you’re back on the grid.
Ready to experience everything Mongolia has to offer? With tourism in Mongolia on the rise, now is the best time to visit. With more and more travelers visiting Mongolia each year, it’s likely that it will become more crowded in the next five years or so.
Plan your visit to Mongolia with Discover Mongolia soon while it’s not swarming with tourists. Savor the serenity of unspoiled and pristine Mongolia before the rest of the world discovers the hidden secrets of Mongolia. Contact us today.
