Mandal, also known as Ar-Bulak, is a town in the Hövsgöl Province of Mongolia, located at the northern tip of Lake Hövsgöl. The town has a cold and humid climate, with long, dry winters and short, wet summers. Mandal has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The town was once an important trade center on the Silk Road, and it was also the site of a major Buddhist monastery. Today, Mandal is a popular tourist destination, and it is also an important center for the local fishing industry.
Geographic Data for Mandal, Hövsgöl, Mongolia
Latitude | 49° 54.000' |
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Longitude | 99° 26.000' |
Timezone | Asia/Ulaanbaatar |