Trans Mongolian Train – heading for Beijing
The Trans Mongolian route continues: After a couple of days in Ulan Bator, time to add some train-miles.
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A break in Ulan Bator, Visit Mongolia
After I visit Mongolia in the countryside, I had a couple of days in the capital again to regroup and get ready for the next part of my Trans European and Trans Asian adventure.
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Unexpected return
A day where the plans change, rather drastically, in Mongolia.
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Karakorum, the Mongolia Countryside, and the broad definition of a Hotel
Today I visit Karakorum, more breathtaking views of Mongolia, and have a rising concern about the pile of plastic in the countryside. Another day discovering central Asia.
A day in Khustain Nuruu, where the Przewalski’s live
A day with lots more driving, and seeing the Przewalski horses in Khustain Nuruu National park.
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Face to face with Genghis Khan
Ulaanbaatar had been my home for two days before it was time to start the discovery of Genghis Khan’s country
Ulan Bator – Ulaanbaatar
Ulan Bator or Ulaanbaatar is the next stop on the Trans-Mongolian train. The trip during the night went from the Mongolian border to the capital of Mongolia. I stay a couple of days in the city before taking some time to discover the inland.
Trans Mongolian Railway: Irkutsk – Ulaanbaatar
Back on the Trans Mongolian Railway: Nearly two weeks since I started discovering Russia. Now on the train to switch countries. Mongolia, here I come!
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The Trans Siberian railroad, 125 years
The history of the Trans Siberian railroads is a fascinating one. Since I’m spending some time riding it, it’s the right moment to have a look at what happened over the past 125 years:
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Europe & Asia via the Trans Siberia Route
Koen’s new journey is about to start. This time it’s all about exploring Europe and Asia. Wherever possible, I’ll be trying to travel by train or ferry. A slower way of traveling should bring a nice pace to collect some impressions and meet some people.
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