Attractions of Mongolia

To help inspire or plan your trip to Mongolia, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Mongolia which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Cities of interest in Mongolia

Ulaan Bataar
Ulaan Bataar Ulaan Bataar, the capital of Mongolia, is a bizarre and eclectic city, combining traditional Mongolian features with decaying communist architecture. Big apartment blocks exist hand in hand with traditional ger tents. The city is centred on Sukhbaatar Square, on which lies the parliament and statues of Genghis Khan and Damdin Sukhbaatar, the independence hero. A trek up to the summit of Zaisan Hill offers panoramic views of the city and a chance to examine the Soviet war memorial. Back in town, there are several excellent museums to learn about Mongolia including the Museum of Mongolian History which recounts the country's fascinating story, particularly the reign of Genghis Khan, as well as the Museum of Natural History with its excellent dinosaur display and the Fine Arts Museum. The Gandan Monastery is a highlight of Ulaan Bataar, Mongolia's largest and most important monastery while Bogd Khaan Palace was the winter palace of the last king of Mongolia. Don't leave town without trying a Mongolian barbeque washed down with Chinggis Khan beer and experiencing Mongolian culture at a performance of traditional dance and throat singing.

Ulaan Bataar

Ulaan Bataar

Ulaan Bataar, the capital of Mongolia, is a bizarre and eclectic city, combining traditional Mongolian features with decaying communist architecture. Big apartment blocks exist hand in hand with traditional ger tents. The city is centred on Sukhbaatar Square, on which lies the parliament and statues of Genghis Khan and Damdin Sukhbaatar, the independence hero. A trek up to the summit of Zaisan Hill offers panoramic views of the city and a chance to examine the Soviet war memorial. Back in town, there are several excellent museums to learn about Mongolia including the Museum of Mongolian History which recounts the country's fascinating story, particularly the reign of Genghis Khan, as well as the Museum of Natural History with its excellent dinosaur display and the Fine Arts Museum. The Gandan Monastery is a highlight of Ulaan Bataar, Mongolia's largest and most important monastery while Bogd Khaan Palace was the winter palace of the last king of Mongolia. Don't leave town without trying a Mongolian barbeque washed down with Chinggis Khan beer and experiencing Mongolian culture at a performance of traditional dance and throat singing.