Eastern Mongolia is the least traveled destinations despite its rich historical signifance and stunningly diverse nature. Area is home to various ethnic groups such as Buriyad, Barga, Uzemchin and Khalkas. The historical sites include Khentii proivnce, the birthplace of the great emperor Chinggis Khaan. It is located 331 km from the capital, Ulaanbaatar. Birthplace of Chinggis Khaan - Temuujin (Chinggis Khaan) was the founder and great khaan (emperor) of the Mongol Empire, which after its fall became the largest continuous empire in history. He united many nomadic tribes in Northeast Asia to rise to power.