Instagram stories are a great way to get connected with your followers. Stories can be used for a variety of purposes. You can use stories to connect with your followers, ask questions, promote something and even just have some fun with your followers.
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While the content in form of stories does offer great versatility, it is also important to keep in mind it is only useful if the story is engaging. So, let’s look at some ways you can make your Instagram stories shine from the rest. 

1. Keep it short and Keep it simple
The rise in popularity of short-form content shows us that people like content that is short and crisp. People on social media have a very short attention span, and if you drag something out, they will lose interest fast.
 
So, the best thing to do in this case is to keep your content short. If your story is an image, then you are already halfway there as those only remain on the screen for a few seconds. If your story is a video, it gets broken down into short clips. So, it's especially important in the case of your video that it is small and doesn’t get broken up a lot. That way your message or call to action just doesn’t get skipped because you were dragging your messaging. 

2. Know your target audience
I know it sounds like the most cliché advice anyone can give, but it’s a cliché for a reason. Knowing your audience is critical to making a good story. For example, let’s say you have a cooking channel and suddenly you start posting about the latest UFC matches, you should expect to take a hit in terms of user retention. 
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3. Make your stories engaging with stickers
Stickers are your best friend when it comes to making a good Instagram story. You can use stickers to convey your feelings, ask a question and even highlight important information in a fun way. Learning what stickers work and what don’t is very important for making engaging Insta stories.

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Mongolia is known for its rich pastures and long plains. This magical place was home to Genghis Khan, the famous central Asian conqueror that united the tribes of central Asia and wreaked havoc over the medieval world.

Presently Mongolia is very sparsely populated. But it hosts unimaginable natural beauty and cultural heritage. From the Steppe mountains to the Gobi deserts, Mongolia covers a diverse range of ecosystems.

So let’s look at some of the must-go places if you are visiting Mongolia.  

1.Ulaanbaatar
 
Mongolia is sparsely populated, in fact, half of the country’s population lives in the city of Ulaanbaatar, which is Mongolia’s capital city as well. The city is located at the point where the Selbe and Tuul rivers meet and it’s aptly named the valley of the golden cradle. 

Ulaanbaatar has a unique vibe to it, the city is a beautiful mix of urban and nomadic lifestyles. Ulaanbaatar is also full of extensive museums and galleries that record its rich history. 

From the Bogd Khan Winter Palace to the Choijin Lama monastery. If you are interested in Mongolian nomadic culture and history, you will truly enjoy Ulaanbaatar.

2.Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur

Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur means the Great White Lake. This lake and nearby nomadic villages are a serene sight to see. The crystal-clear water of the lake beautifully mirrors the clouds above.

The white nomadic yurts that surround the plains add to the whole nomadic aesthetic of the place. 
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Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur is a distant and peaceful place to camp for a few days and gets away from the fast life of the city. You can go horseback riding near the lake and take photographs of the local flora and fauna.

3.Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

Tucked away and hidden in the northwestern part of Mongolia, the Altai Tavan Bogd National Park hosts some of the most beautiful landscapes in all of Mongolia. From snow-capped mountains to freshwater lakes. This place holds untouched natural beauty ready to be explored. 

The park is the perfect place for outdoorsy people looking for adventure. The park is home to many nomadic tribes of Kazakh and Tuvan people. You can stay with them as you explore the raw wilderness of Mongolia.

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