Hello Mongolia

Woke up to a pleasant morning. The train was moving at a steady pace across the Mongolian landscape and we had an opportunity to enjoy it as it passed by. The landscape had gone more dry - and flat since leaving China. And there was no trace of houses, cities, people or animals. Just space. Flat open space. We did stop a couple of times on the way to Ulaanbaatar but it was villages compared to the places we have been to in China during the past 6 weeks.

Eventually we reached UB in the afternoon, got of the train and were picked up by a guy from the hostel. A short drive through rush hour traffic and we were at the hostel, got our bunk beds and then Mikkel and Kate headed out to have a look at the city while Malene took care of the internet.

We later went out for a drink at the roof top terrace bar down town and after a drink went for happy hour drinks on the 23rd floor of the hotel. From there it was easier to get an overview of just how small UB is compared to all other cities we have visited in China. It feels nice and a bit more relaxed.

When we were done with the drinks we went for burgers and more beers. Hope the others on the truck enjoy their tents - we like UB. Give us more, please.

Flat Mongolia

Getting closer to UB

Pick up at the station

$8 bunk beds

$8 drinks in the evening sun

Happy hour with Kate and Dale

Chinese food upgrade