Ulaan Taiga
Ulaan Taiga (Mongolian: Улаан Тайга, lit. "red taiga" is a mountain range in north-western Khövsgöl, Mongolia, between the Darkhad Valley and Mongolia's border with Tuva, Russia. The range covers parts of the Ulaan-Uul, Tsagaannuur and Bayanzürkh sums. Notable peaks include Mt. Lam Taiga (2619m) and Mt. Belchir (3351m). The Shishged River and the Delgermörön have their sources in this area. A part of the area along the border with Tuva has been put under natural protection.
| Ulaan Taiga | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,483 m (8,146 ft)  |
| Naming | |
| Native name | Улаан Тайга (Mongolian) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Northwestern Khövsgol, Mongolia |
| Parent range | Mountain range in Khövsgöl |
References
- M. Nyamaa, Khövsgöl aimgiin lavlakh toli, Ulaanbaatar 2001, p. 145
- G. Tseepil, Hovsgol Aimag Map, Ulaanbaatar (?) 2006 (?)
- Jens Geu, Wanderführer Mongolei, Köngen 2008, p. 123 (shows a Russian topographic map)
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