Ulaan Taiga | |
Native Name Lang: | mn |
Location: | Northwestern Khövsgol, Mongolia |
Range: | Mountain range in Khövsgöl |
The Red Taiga (mn|Улаан Тайга, Mongolian: Ulaan Taiga) is a mountain range in north-western Khövsgöl, Mongolia, between the Darkhad Valley and Mongolia's border with Tuva, Russia. The range covers parts of the Ulaan-Uul, Tsagaannuur and Bayanzürkh sums. Notable peaks include Mt. Lam Taiga (2619m) and Mt. Belchir (3351m). The Shishged River and the Delger mörön have their sources in this area. A part of the area along the border with Tuva has been put under natural protection.