Ulaan Taiga | |
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Naming | |
Native name | Улаан Тайга (Mongolian) |
Geography | |
Location | Northwestern Khövsgol, Mongolia |
Parent range | Mountain range in Khövsgöl |
The Red Taiga (Mongolian: Улаан Тайга, Ulaan 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 Delger mörön have their sources in this area. A part of the area along the border with Tuva has been put under natural protection.