Selenge-Aimag

Selenge lies in the broad, fertile basins of the Selenge and Orkhon rivers, among Mongolia's most important waterways. Here, in the eighteenth century, the Amarbayasgalant Monastery was built, one of the most important …

Selenge (Mongolian: Сэлэнгэ) is one of the 21 aimags (provinces) of Mongolia, located in the north of the country, directly bordering Russia. It lies in the broad, fertile river basins of the Selenge and Orkhon rivers, …

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Selenge Province: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggest…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Selenge Province when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share y…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Selenge Province? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Frederic Chopin - Mazurka in F major, Op. 68 no. 3 Musopen · Public Domain

Piano Concerto No. 5 by Ludwig van Beethoven – 1. Allegro Musopen · Public Domain

The Barcarolle in F-sharp major, Op. 60 is a piece for solo piano by Frédéric Chopin. Performed by Olga Gurevich. Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain