When I arrived in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, I was completely in awe of the architecture, specifically the mix of modern buildings and Buddhist temples.
Besides the unique architectural designs in the capital, however, the part of my trip that stood out to me most was visiting the Gobi Desert, where I spent weeks living off the grid with nomadic families.
Here, I experienced a dramatic range of weather conditions: extreme winds, dry heat, snow, and temperatures dropping below negative 5 degrees Fahrenheit.
Despite the unpredictable climate, spending time with these families and disconnecting from the rest of the world made my trip to Mongolia one of my favorites.
Plus, the lack of crowds and very intermittent cell reception in the desert truly allowed me to live in the moment.
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