John Brundall
Contributing Writer
Myself at the Erdenet copper mine, Mongolia - Jian Chen
Hi there
My name is John Brundall. I live in New Zealand - I was born and bred there.
I graduated with a master's degree in geography and have diplomas in teacher learning and teaching. I also have a diploma in photojournalism.
I taught at high schools for 25 years. Since "retiring" I have temporarily taught ESL and have written some 30 workbooks for social studies for schools in New Zealand, Australia, the UK and Germany (trans.).
Recently I spent 14 months in Mongolia and traveled extensively there, as well as going on a brief trip to Russia and Europe for one month. Over the last 13 years I have also visited many places in China.
Latest Articles
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Doing the Tourist Loop in North and Central Mongolia
The article outlines what you could see and do on one of the main tourist loops in Mongolia: its landscapes, people and cultures.
Feb 21, 2011
- John Brundall
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Into the Far West - the Edge of Mongolia
The article will give you an idea of what the far west of Mongolia is like if you were to visit it. It will focus on the landscape and the Kazakh people.
Feb 20, 2011
- John Brundall
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Seeking Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) in Hentii Prov., Mongolia
The article focuses on sights that can be seen in Hentii Province, Mongolia which relate to Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) and his times.
Feb 17, 2011
- John Brundall
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Sightseeing as a Tourist in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
The article outlines some of the main things to see and do while spending a week or so as a tourist in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia.
Feb 16, 2011
- John Brundall
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Mongolia's Extreme Winter, 2009-2010, and its Effects
The article outlines Mongolia's worst winter for 30 years, which resulted in a devastating zud (heavy snow + little grass) for nomadic herders/ families.
Feb 15, 2011
- John Brundall
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Mongolia's Harsh Weather and Climate
Mongolia has harsh, but variable weather and climate. It is very cold (winter), changeable (spring), warm and wetter (summer) and cooler and drier (autumn).
Feb 15, 2011
- John Brundall
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Mongolia: A Country Worth Visiting
Mongolia is a country that has a fascinating history, culture and landscape. The article provides a glimpse into this must visit destination.
Feb 11, 2011
- John Brundall
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