Activities and things to do when you travel in Mongolia
The Tsaatans are a small Tuvan reindeer herders community living in northern corner of Mongolia. The name Tsaatan means “people who have reindeer” in the Mongolian language. They speak the Dukhan language which is endangered only spoken among the reindeer herders. Tsaatan’s lifestyle differs from other people around the world. Their daily chores are tied…
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…
Another fascinating urban space in nomadic Mongolia would be Narantuul market in Ulaanbaatar. Narantuul market is the biggest market in the country and somehow nicknamed as ‘black market’. The term “Black market” could be originated during Mongolia’s communist regime when private trading was prohibited when the market was located in the middle of a ger…
One of the must visit performing art would be the folk concert by the Tumen Ekh ensemble in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The ensemble has gone on to win awards across the world since it was founded in 1989. The ensemble present a rare selection of ancient Mongolian performing arts and culture to local and international audience.…
Whilst you are exploring the undulating hills and vast plains of Mongolia, do stay at Ger camps, where a Mongolian traditional dwelling, Ger in Mongolian, is used travellers’ accommodation. This temporarily assembled Ger camps allow you to visit to the remote wilderness in comfort and enables you to experience a part of Mongolian traditional way…
Natural hot spring resorts in the middle of a beautiful alpine meadow. Tsenkher hot spring lies 35 km on the south of Tsetserleg town, the capital of Arkhangai province. The hot water comes out from deep earth without blending with soil water as a result of high pressure. The spring exhales 10 litres of water…
Firstly, food service spots in UB will have to be categorised into small Mongolian food joints and bigger restaurants. Since the first type is very simple and self-explanatory, let’s take a journey to take a closer look at the larger upper middle & high-class restaurants.