Lake Hovsgol

Lake Hovsgol, Hovsgol National Park
One of the clearest lakes in the world, Lake Hovsgol has the nickname "Dark Blue Pearl of Mongolia". Mongolia's largest fresh water lake is 125 km long and plunges to over 250 m. Due to its size the water is very cold, and remains ice-covered until well into June.

Carpet of fireweed, Lake Hovsgol
The mountains around Lake Hovsgol are carpeted in wildflowers during Mongolia's brief summer.

Gers on the shores of Lake Hovsgol
Although most of the shores of Lake Hovsgol are forested, there are a few herders who take advantage of the area's lush meadows.
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