Horiult, also known as Bogd, is a small town in Bayanhongor Province, Mongolia, located at an elevation of 1,600 meters (5,200 feet) above sea level. The town experiences a cold desert climate with hot summers and cold winters, with average temperatures ranging from -20°C (-4°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Horiult has a long history dating back to the 13th century when it was a center of Buddhism and the site of a large monastery. Today, the town is home to a number of historical and cultural sites, including the ruins of the monastery and the Bogd Uul National Park.
Geographic Data for Horiult, Bayanhongor, Mongolia
| Latitude | 45° 12.000' |
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| Longitude | 100° 46.000' |
| Timezone | Asia/Ulaanbaatar |