1.Ulaanbaatar city
The capital of Mongolia, a metropolis. Large economic and cultural center.
The historical part of the city is a cultural monument, Bogd Khan-Uul
mountain is included in the preliminary list of UNESCO. The city has a
developed infrastructure, there are many tourist facilities.
2.Monument of Genghis Khan (Statue in Tsonjin-Boldog)
The monument is the largest statue of the equestrian rider in the world.
In Mongolia - also a large statue of Genghis Khan. Inside the pedestal of
the 40-meter figure there is a recreation area, at the top is a viewing
platform.
3.Gobi Desert
Located in the north of the country, the largest desert in Asia. Virtually
not inhabited, on the territory there are nomadic tribes. The vegetation
is sparse, but there are unique representatives of the fauna. Here is the
largest dinosaur graveyard.
4.Kharkhorum - the ancient city
The ancient capital of Mongolia. He experienced two major advances in
the entire history of the country, in the 1200s and in the 1600s. An
archaeological site listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Place
of ancient settlements, artisans quarter, temples. Here was the palace
of Khan Ugedei.
5.Monastery Gandantegchenlin
The existing Buddhist monastery, the largest in Ulan Bator. Based on
the place of origin of the city of Ulan Bator. The first religious center
of Mongolia. Landmark - a huge statue of the Golden God Maggid
Zhanrayseg, installed in 1911.
6.Erdene-Zuu Monastery
Medieval Buddhist monastery, which is still in operation. The remaining
buildings are given under museums. The main value of the monastery -
the statue of Buddha Ihe-Dzu. In addition to her, there are 11 religions
in the walls of Erdene zuu, which were transferred to the monastery by
the Dalai Lama. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
7.Amarbaysgalant Monastery
Large religious complex. All the buildings are distinguished by the unity
of style, with the predominance of Chinese traditions. The monastery is
active, about 100 monks live there permanently. A unique combination
of architecture and natural landscape is located in a picturesque valley
against the hills covered with larch forests.
8.Choijin Lama Temple Museum
The complex of temples, located in the center of Ulan Bator. Built in the
early twentieth century. Currently - a museum of Mongolian religious art.
One of the best monuments of Mongolian architecture.
9.Winter Palace of Bogd khan
One of the brightest, spectacular sights of Mongolia. The complex of
buildings, including the summer and winter palaces of the last emperor,
was built at the turn of the XIX and XX centuries. The summer palace
consists of several buildings of traditional Chinese architecture. External
and internal murder of palaces in excellent condition and provides an
opportunity to get acquainted with the life of the highest Mongol nobility.
10.Zaisan Memorial
The complex of military glory on the hill Zaisan-Tolgoi, near Ulan Bator.
Established in honor of the victory of the Soviet-Mongolian army under
Khalkh-Gol and the support of the Red Army of the Mongolian peoples
revolution. The complex has an original architectural solution. It was built
in the form of a huge concrete ring, decorated with bas-reliefs and
mosaics.
11.Sukh-Baatar Square
The main square of the capital of Mongolia. Cities are a public space. Now
bears the name of Genghis Khan. On the square there are several
monuments, around are museums, a theater, business centers. There are
mass events, holidays.
12.Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Natural Park, located 80 km from the capital. The mountain traditional for
this area is not covered by forest. Tourist infrastructure. There are hotels,
recreation, spa resort. Visit a Buddhist temple and a dinosaur sculpture
park.
13.Kustain-Nuruu National Park
Ride a horse or jeep. In addition to the picturesque landscapes, you can
see ancient monuments here. For those who want to have the opportunity
to participate in the study of nature. The park is working to restore the
Przhevalsky horse population.
14.Gurvansaykhan (Gobi-Gurvan-Saikhan)
The largest of the national parks of the country. Located in the north of the
Gobi Desert. The main attractions are sand dunes and local fauna. In the
park there is the famous cemetery of dinosaurs. Tourists are invited to
familiarize themselves with the traditional Mongolian life, visiting the
settlement of local residents.
15.Lake Hovsgol
(The younger brother) of Baikal, is located at a distance of 200 km.
Freshwater lake, very deep. One of the 17 ancient lakes on Earth, older than
2 ml. of the year. Located between the steppe and taiga landscapes, around
the lake - conservation area. Tourist base, on the lake ferry. Popular eco-
tourist facility.
16.Lake Uvs
The largest in Mongolia, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The water
in the lake is salty. The world of animals and fish is very rich. Along the
shores, many ancient monuments, traces of life of primitive people, have
been discovered. Currently, there is no infrastructure around the lake, it is
difficult to reach it.
17.Elyn Am gorge
Deep and narrow gorge in the southern mountains of Mongolia. Another name
for the valley is the Vultures or Eagles. The gorge is located on the territory of
the national park. Nearby is the Gobi Desert, but in the depths of the gorge
almost always lies snow.
18.Valley of the Orkhon River
One of the largest rivers of Mongolia, the longest. The valley of the river has a
varied terrain, in one place forms a waterfall. It is known for the archaeological
monuments located on it, which are part of UNESCO World Heritage. These
include Karakorum, Har Balgas, the tombs of the Huns.