Mongolian first Bogdan Zanabazar was smitten by the beautiful and unique nature of this place in 1648 when he was 14 years old. In 1651, he built a stone-walled small house to practice meditation and named it Dubkhan or House for Creation. Through time this word became Tuvkhun. While Saint Zanabazar was residing there, he…
Mongolia holds some of the world’s greatest untamed lands. These wild, beautiful habitats boast an impressive variety of wildlife and are rich in verdant forest, towering cliffs, rugged mountains, endless grasslands and the Gobi Desert. Here are some tips that every visitor should know before visiting. 1. Customs Always check your passport expiration date. Depending…
Ulaan Tsutgalan, located in Bat-Ulzii sum of Uvurkhangai province, is popular for being one of the most beautiful places to visit in summer. The waterfall is about 10 metres wide and falls from 24 metres. It’s close to most of the other iconic tourist attractions in Orkhon Valley including Khuisiin Naiman Nuur, Tuvkhun Khiid, Uurtiin…
Khuisiin Naiman Nuur( Khuis’s Eight Lake) is located in the central part of Mongolia and within the Khangai Mountains, at 2400 metres above the sea level. Most of the land is located in Uyanga sum of Uvurkhangai province and borders west with Bat-Ulzii sum. It also forms part of the Orkhon Valley National park. From…
We share with you our list of Ulaanbaatar’s best restaurants to help you navigate the city’s newly celebrated dining scene — from top-notch restaurants to more casual, but just as delicious spots. THE BULL RESTAURANT The Bull is the Hot Pot place where you can choose what to put in your soup. First, you choose…
Ulaanbaatar has a wide variety of shopping, from busy open-air food markets in the village, street stalls and local shops to department stores and specialist shops. Naturally, prices vary, from incredible bargaining to credit card-melting designer labels. With traditional crafts, beautiful clothing, jewelry, antiques, housewares and much more to choose from. The only thing you’re…
Though Ulaanbaatar is not the proud holder of the “city that never sleeps” title, it doesn’t mean that their nightlife scene is lacking. Throughout the city, there are theater, entertainment venues, nightclubs, cocktail bars and dives, and more than a few hotel choices in every major neighborhood before heading out again. Here are some places…
Are you planning to visit Mongolia during the summer? With the longer days and warmer nights in the summer, Mongolia offers even more things to do under the sun and stars. From traditional unique festivals and celebrations to modern music and art events, read our guide to discover fun events to attend this summer during…
Khorgo Volcano is an extinct volcano located on the east side of Terhiin Tsagaan Lake. It was the last active volcano in Mongolia, which last erupted 8000 years ago. The crater of the volcano is situated at an altitude of 2.210 metres with a diameter of 20 metres and a depth of 70 to 80…
Bayanzag, known as the Flaming Cliffs, is one of the ikonic landforms of the Gobi Desert. Bayanzag was introduced to the world, by American palaeontologist Roy Chapman Andrews, as a home for first-known fossil dinosaurs eggs in the early 20th century. An expedition, led by Andrews, made a remarkable discovery in the science of palaeontology…