In the heart of the South Gobi, creativity thrives at The Workshop at Three Camel Lodge.Â
Founded in 2020 by Jalsa Urubshurow, this initiative began during the pandemic as a way to keep the spirit of craftsmanship alive while preserving employment for the local community.
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Calligraphy has long been regarded as one of Mongolia’s purest artistic expressions. Its vertical script reflects the strength and grace of the wind sweeping across the steppe. Practicing it is as much meditation as artistry, an exercise in patience, balance, and inner calm.
At Three Camel Lodge, guests can now experience this timeless craft firsthand in the heart of the Gobi desert.
At Three Camel Lodge, the strength of our experience comes from the people who call the Gobi home. One of those individuals is Bundkhorol, whose relationship with the region and the lodge has grown naturally over many years.
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Every July, Mongolia comes alive with color, music, and movement for its most anticipated celebration of the year: Naadam. The main festivities take place in Ulaanbaatar, where crowds fill the national stadium, but the magic of a countryside Naadam lies far from the capital, across the grasslands and in the small villages near Three Camel Lodge.
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Cultural preservation is woven into the heart of Three Camel Lodge. For 15 years, we’ve been proud to support students at the Khankhongor School in the Gobi, where young dancers and musicians dedicate themselves to keeping Mongolia’s traditions alive. Guests at the lodge often see these students perform, and each performance becomes more than entertainment. It is a moving reminder of how history and heritage are carried forward by the next generation. Read more “Khankhongor School 2025: Preserving Mongolia’s Cultural Treasures”
Living in New York City, I often find myself longing for something beyond the daily grind, the vast, open skies of Mongolia, herds of wild yaks and horses grazing freely, and the endless beauty of the steppe stretching before me. Beyond the landscape, I longed to be in a place that would immediately feel at home, as if returning to something I had always carried within me. Read more “A Kalmyk Tibetan Family’s Trip to the Gobi”
When travelers picture the Gobi Desert, they often imagine dunes and silence stretching to the horizon. Yet the Gobi is alive with movement and song—home to remarkable animals that have mastered survival in one of the harshest landscapes on Earth. To see a herd of khulan race across the steppe or hear the dawn call of a lark is to witness the true spirit of the desert. Read more “12 Amazing Animals That Define Wildlife in the Gobi”
You’ll never forget your first glimpse of the Flaming Cliffs – those fiery red formations glowing against the wide, open expanse of the Gobi Desert. Known locally as Bayanzag, this dramatic landscape is one of Mongolia’s most iconic natural wonders. It’s a place where geological marvels, scientific discovery, and centuries of history converge. Whether you’re drawn by the romance of exploration or the richness of Mongolia’s cultural past, the Flaming Cliffs hold something truly unforgettable. Read more “Flaming Cliffs of Mongolia (Bayanzag) Travel Guide”
Tucked between Siberia and the edge of the Gobi Desert, Mongolia is a country of contrasts – stark yet soulful, remote yet rich in culture, wild yet warmly welcoming. The seasons in Mongolia are more than changes in weather – they’re chapters in a living narrative. Each brings a different canvas for adventure, shaped by sweeping skies, shifting light, and enduring traditions. Read more “Best Time to Visit Mongolia: Seasonal Guide to Festivals, Nature & Culture”
Mongolian cuisine is a reflection of the country’s deep-rooted nomadic traditions—shaped by the rhythms of nature, close ties to livestock, and a lifestyle built around community and self-reliance. Read more “A Taste of Mongolia: What to Eat on Your Journey”
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