There are also several Buddhist temple museums, and the still-functioning Gandan Monastery is worth a visit. Ulaanbaatar also has several theatres and theatre groups, such as the State Opera and Ballet Theatre , the State Drama Theatre and the Folk Song and Dance Ensemble. The Ulaanbaatar State Public Library has a unique collection of 11th-century Sanskrit manuscripts. Every province has its own museums containing examples of local culture. The most popular tour takes the visitor to the Gobi Desert , the habitat of several rare animals, including Bactrian wild camels, snow leopards, Prezwalsky horses and Gobi bears.
Coaches take parties to the country's tourist camps.
Khangai is a mountainous region with more than 20 hot springs renowned for their healing properties. Another therapeutic spring can be found in Khujirt , where the ruins of the world-renowned Kharakhorum , capital of the Great Mongolian Empire of the 13th century, can also be found. Terms and Conditions apply.