Khovd is the capital of the aïmag (region) that bears the same name and is situated to the east of the country. It has a population of 20,000 and stretches as far as the Altaï foothills.
Khovd is the capital of the aïmag (region) that bears the same name and is situated to the east of the country. It has a population of 20,000 and stretches as far as the Altaï foothills.
My suggestion
If you're heading to the Altaï, spend a few days here so you can meet travellers returning to Khovd; they'll be able to give you the lowdown on their trip. You'll also be able to hook up with travel buddies, which will help you keep your costs down.