It is especially impressive due to its strangely shaped rock formations. Two famous formations have been named after the things that they resemble: Turtle Rock and the Old Man Reading a Book (Praying Lama Rock). Terelj also offers great opportunities for walking, hiking, rock climbing, swimming (in icy cold water), rafting, horse riding and, for hardcore extreme sports fanatics, skiing in the depths of winter. There is also a Buddhist monastery that is open to public.