Mongolia

Lonely Planet's "Travel Survival Kits" cover one country, or a small group of countries, in depth, with travel and accommodation options to suit a range of budgets. These guides are designed to be easy to use, providing practical travel information in a lively, entertaining style. Features of this series include: cultural and historical background; detailed maps of cities, towns and rural areas; information on getting there and getting around; practical information on every aspect of travel; health and safety advice; information on local cuisine; advice on customs and etiquette; key words, phrases and basic grammar of local languages; and names of places, restaurants and hotels in foreign script where applicable. Mongolia is an exotic, romantic, adventurous destination, considered by many to be the end of the earth. This guide provides comprehensive, reliable data on how to get there, where to stay and eat and what to do, from the bustling capital of Ulaan Bataar to the arid Gobi Desert and everywhere in between.