Part of the Khentii Mountains is protected as a Khan Khentii nature reserve. Here you will find meadows, steppes, and mountain leagues. In June the flowers bloom beautifully in the steppe. A good starting point for the tours is Mungunmorit. You can reach it by turning left about 20 kilometers behind Bayandelger towards Baga Lake. Then following the road for another 60 kilometers until it ends. Large mountains such as the 2665-meter-high Khentii Mountains include several Khiidiyn Saridag Uul and the Delger Khan Uul (2110 Meters).
The main attraction for many is the 2445 meter high sacred mountain Burkhan Khaldun also located near Mungunmorit, also called Khentii Khan Uul. When Chinggis Khan felt the strength of the mountain, he praised it every day. For the 800th anniversary of the Greater Mongolian Empire in 2006, ovoos and plaques were set up by the government. It was believed that the ruler’s grave was probably located in this steep and secluded area, but many expeditions were unsuccessful. A sensational find was officially announced in November 2014.
During the course of road construction activities in the vicinity of the Onon River, which originates in the Khentii Mountains, an important discovery was made. The remains of a high-ranking nobleman were unearthed in a grave, which also contained a number of precious objects and artifacts. As per experts, there are strong indications that this discovery might be the final resting place of the legendary Chinggis Khan. For individuals who wish to travel to the Khan Khentii Nuruu nature reserve in the region, it is essential to obtain the necessary permits from the nature conservation authorities in the towns of Binder, Dadal, or Mungunmorit. These permits are mandatory and will enable visitors to explore and experience the unique flora and fauna of the reserve, which is home to several rare and endangered species.
