Khan-Khokhi Khyargas Mountain National Park


Khan-Khokhi Khyargas Mountain National Park covers a western extension of the Khangai Mountains in Uvs Province. The mountains separate the Uvs Depression to the north from the Khyargas Lake depression to the south. Khan Khuckii is one of the "10 Sacred Mountains of Mongolia". The site features ancient burial mounds.

Topography

The Khan-Khukhii National Park is a separate territory from that of Khyargas Nuur National Park, which is 20 km to the south. The highest point in the park is Altan Duulga, at. The mountain tops tend to be flat, and the slopes steep. The landscape was partially formed by glaciation.

Climate and ecoregion

The climate of the area is Cold semi-arid climate. This climate is characteristic of steppe climates intermediary between desert humid climates, and typically have precipitation is above evapotranspiration. At least one month averages below.

Flora and fauna

The northern slopes of the Khan Khukhii Mountains receive more precipitation than the southern slopes. The north therefore supports greater variety in vertical zones - from steppe to mountain forest to alpine meadows. The southern slopes have desert and semi-arid desert vegetation.