Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Altai
MONGOLIAN, RUSSIAN$$$
MAP
(meals T3500-9500; 9am-midnight; )
Justifiably popular, Altai's chef trained in Mo-
scow and seems to care more about the quality of the food he serves than most. Some
meals are served on a sizzling hotplate and salads are available. Also does hearty soups.
English menu.
Winners
MONGOLIAN, RUSSIAN$$$
MAP
(meals T3500-8000; 10am-midnight)
A good choice, the two dining rooms are separated
by a small and cosy bar. Goulash is the house speciality and desserts in the form of cream
cakes are also available.
Shopping
Khovd Handicraft & Tours
HANDICRAFTS
( 8am-10pm summer)
This charming shop specialises in Kazakh embroidery, felt
products and a few leather items. A 1.2m x 2m felt carpet costs around US$80 while a
pair of felt slippers will set you back around US$10.
Information
Bathhouse
(shower/sauna T1500/5000;
9am-10pm)
Khar Us Nuur National Park Office
( 01432-22539;
kharus2006@chinggis.com
;
8am-5pm Mon-Fri)
This office provides information on, and permits for, nearby Khar Us
Nuur National Park.
Telecom Office
(per hr T600; 8am-10pm Mon-Fri, to 8pm Sat & Sun)
Internet cafe, tele-
phone services and post office rolled into one.
Khan Bank
( 8am-7pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat)
Changes money and has a 24-hour ATM.
Opposite the park in the multicoloured building.
