Mongolia
Mongolia (mɒŋˈɡoʊliə)
Mongolia (pronounced: mɒŋˈɡoʊliə) is a landlocked country in East and Central Asia. It is bordered by Russia to the north and China to the south, east and west. Ulaanbaatar, the capital and largest city, is home to about 45% of the population.
Etymology
The name "Mongolia" means "Land of the Mongols" in Latin. The local name of the country, "Mongol Bichig", is not used in the English language. The term "Mongol" describes a series of tribal groups who originated from the Central Asian steppes.
Related Terms
- Ulaanbaatar: The capital city of Mongolia.
- Gobi Desert: A large desert region in Asia. It covers parts of northern and northwestern China, and of southern Mongolia.
- Mongolian language: The official language of Mongolia.
- Mongolian script: The writing system used for the Mongolian language.
- Mongolian cuisine: The traditional foods and beverages of Mongolia.
- Mongolian culture: The culture of Mongolia has been heavily influenced by the Mongol nomadic way of life.
- Mongolian history: The history of Mongolia includes several changes in power and territorial expansion.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mongolia
- Wikipedia's article - Mongolia
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