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My Unexpected Adventure in Karakorum - 02/01/1241

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February 1st 1241
There are many things that make up the Mongol culture, one being food. In Cumania, we had some forests and natural resources. In Mongolia, the steppes are empty. The Mongols derive many of the things they have from the animals. Food in Karakorum rarely contains vegetables or any type of plant. Occasionally there are onions or garlic, and sometimes spices from the Silk Road caravans, like ginger an ... read more

Asia » Mongolia » Orkhon Valley

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The Mongols gained fame in the 13th century when under Chinggis KHAN they conquered a huge Eurasian empire. After his death the empire was divided into several powerful Mongol states, but these broke apart in the 14th century. The Mongols eventually ... ... read more