Ulaanbaatar
Magical Jarganat River: Unfrozen at -50°C
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Ulaanbaatar, January 9, 2025 /MONTSAME/. Khuvsgul aimag, located in the northern part of Mongolia, is home to magnificent towering snow-capped mountains, the deep blue pearl Khuvsgul Lake, tall green taiga forests, unique Tsaatan people, serene landscapes, and the pristine beauty of nature. Every visitor discovers untouched wilderness in Khuvsgul aimag and refers to it as "Mongolian Switzerland." Khuvsgul aimag has become a favorite destination of international tourists in recent years because of its breathtaking winter scenery resembling a fairyland. For winter tourists, Khuvsgul aimag annually hosts the "Khukh Suvd - Blue Pearl" Ice Festival, the "Khuvsgul Cup" foreign ice fishing competition, and the "Snow and Reindeer Festival."
A never-freezing river despite winter temperatures of down to -50 degrees Celsius, the Jarganat River in Renchinlkhumbe Soum of Khuvsgul aimag is a natural wonder called “living water” by locals. During winter, the river is a warm and regularly visited place, and its flowers and plants thrive in emerald green. The river's steam transforms nearby trees and bushes into a white wonderland, making it a popular spot for photography.
