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- Ulaanbaatar, the capital city, is on the Tuul river, surrounded by majestic mountains.
- The combination of these pine-clad mountains, wide boulevards, vast public squares and many parks give the city a spacious feeling, while the ger districts and bustling
marketplaces give it a rustic charm.
- The traditional nomadic way of life, based on livestock, always seems to interest tourists. - The most visited city sites are Sukhbaatar Square, Gandan monastery and the Zaisan Hill Memorial. - The main museums are of National History, Natural History, Fine Arts, Choijin Lama temple, and the Bogd Khaan palace. - Other cultural sites are the National Art Gallery, the Opera and Ballet and the Drama theatres, and cashmere factories. |