Great Gobi A

Mongolia

Great Gobi A

LocationMongolia
RegionGovi-Altai Province, Bayankhongor Province
TypeStrictly Protected Area
Coordinates44.0000°, 96.0000°
Established1975
Area44190
Nearest CityAltai (150 mi)
Major CityUlaanbaatar (650 mi)
Entrance Fee15

About Great Gobi A

Great Gobi A is a strictly protected desert region that serves as a critical habitat for wild Bactrian camels and Gobi bears. The area consists of desert and semi-desert landscapes. It represents one of the last remaining habitats for several endangered species.