Khavtsgait Petroglyphs
Хавцгайт
A cluster of rock carvings on a hill southwest of the Flaming Cliffs, with hundreds of figures including ibex, camels, and hunters, dating back to the Bronze Age.
The petroglyphs are spread across a slope of black rock. From the foot of the hill, it takes about 30 to 40 minutes on foot to reach the main carving area. From the summit, you can overlook the Gobi grassland. Ibex are the most common motif, and there are also carriages, riders, and hunting scenes. The site has no fences or interpretive signs, so you need a guide to find the carvings. Do not touch or carve into the rock faces. It is often combined with a visit to the Flaming Cliffs on the same day.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Flaming Cliffs (Bayanzag)
- Bayanzag Saxaul Forest
- Dungenee Am
- Moltsog Els
- Yolyn Am
- South Gobi Aimag Museum
- Dalanzadgad
- Khongoryn Els