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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Datong to Irkutsk?
The direct drive from Datong to Irkutsk is 1,329 mi (2,139 km), and should have a drive time of 1 day 6 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Datong to Irkutsk, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Ulaanbaatar, as well as top places to visit like Ulanqab Grassland Tuye Direct Sales Department and Tuchengzi, or the ever-popular Daihai Sea.
Ulaanbaatar, situated in the Tuul River valley next to Bogd Khan Uul National Park, is the capital of Mongolia. Originally a Buddhist center for nomads, it became a permanent settlement in the 18th century. The city reflects its past with Soviet-era buildings and museums within surviving monasteries juxtaposed against modern lifestyles.
Most popular city on this route
1 minute off the main route, 50% of way to Irkutsk
Best stops along Datong to Irkutsk drive
The top stops along the way from Datong to Irkutsk (with short detours) are Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex, Gorkhi Terelj National Park, and Sukhbaatar Square. Other popular stops include Baikal Museum, Монголын Үндэсний Музей, and Ivolginsky Datsan.
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Tuchengzi
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Ancient Ruins
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Horinger, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China, 011517
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Huiteng Xile Grassland Tourist Zone
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
(Translated by Google) Beautiful prairie, the temperature is just right in summer, there are many sheep, cows, and horses, so comfortable.
You can experience horse riding, but the cost is very high. It's like riding a horse for 280, and running a horse for 100...
(Original)
漂亮的大草原,夏天來溫度剛剛好,有許多羊,牛,馬,好舒服。
可以騎馬體驗,可是費用好高喔。好像騎馬280,跑馬一下子100……
Snow Wu — Google review
(Translated by Google) A nice grassland, and you can experience the local characteristics. Living in a yurt is very interesting. There are many interesting activities at night, such as a bonfire. Stargazing, there are so many stars at night. This is a good place for photography . Both the stargazing and the surrounding environment are beautiful, and there are different grassland animals and many local characteristics. If you want to experience grassland life, you can come
It’s such a beautiful grassland, and you can also experience the local characteristics. Whether you are used to living in a yurt or not depends on everyone, but it is quite interesting. There are many interesting activities at night, such as bonfire parties. Stargazing, there are so many stars at night, this is a good place for photography, both stargazing and the surrounding environment are perfect, and there are different grassland animals and many performances with local characteristics. Those who want to experience grassland life can come here
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A nice grassland, and you can experience the local characteristics. Living in a yurt is very interesting. There are many interesting activities at night, such as a bonfire. Stargazing, there are so many stars at night. This is a good place for photography. Both the stargazing and the surrounding environment are beautiful, and there are different grassland animals and many local characteristics. If you want to experience grassland life, you can come
一個好靚好靚嘅草原,而且仲可以體驗到當地嘅特色 ,住蒙古包,住得慣唔慣就因人而異啦,但係幾有趣嘅,夜晚有好多有趣嘅活動,例如篝火會。觀星,夜晚嘅星星真係好多,呢度係一個攝影嘅好地方,無論係觀星定係周圍嘅環境都好正,而且有不同既草原動物,都有好多當地特色嘅表演。想體驗草原生活嘅可以嚟呢度
kelly liu — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's super beautiful. If the weather is good, the weather was super good that day. Marshmallow-shaped clouds were all around, which was super shocking. The grass on the grassland was very shallow. The main thing was to see the sky and animals.
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超级美,如果天气好的话,那天天气超好,棉花糖状的云四周都是,超级震撼,草原的草很浅,主要是看天空和动物。
Zhou Wan — Google review
(Translated by Google) For those of us from Taiwan, Inner Mongolia is a very novel place. Although the distance is a bit far and we are tired from the journey, we came to this boundless grassland and paired it with a classic and historical yurt.
Well worth the trip
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對於來自台灣的我們一個很新奇的地方內蒙古,雖然拉車距離有點遠旅途有些疲憊但來到這無邊無際的草原搭配上經典喔歷史的蒙古包。
不虛此行了
史翺倫 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The vast grassland, climbing up the hillside of Huanghuagou scenic spot and looking down is really beautiful.
(Original)
遼闊的草原,爬上黃花溝景點的小山坡往下眺望真是漂亮
Jennifer Chen — Google review
(Translated by Google) My hometown is very beautiful
(Original)
我的家乡,非常漂亮
Linchun — Google review
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5J7Q+8JG, Qahar Right Middle Banner, Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, China, 013550
The Dayao Cultural Site Museum is a renowned art museum that showcases an impressive collection of artistic masterpieces. Situated in a captivating location, this museum displays a wide range of artworks that represent diverse cultures and periods. It offers visitors the opportunity to explore various forms of creative expression through its extensive array of exhibits.
Nice museum with several topics. Well worth a visit.
Per hörnell — Google review
While it’s very heavy on state propaganda, it’s a nice, extensive, FREE museum (at least by the time that I went) with lots of exhibits on geology, local fauna, Inner Mongolian history, the different ethnic groups, a fantastic dinosaur exhibit, space exploration and more. Quite easy to reach via metro and while there’s lots of people there, it’s also quite spacious. Overall, a great attraction to check out in Hohhot.
Saikhnaa — Google review
I think it is good
Indra Kumar Chetry — Google review
(Translated by Google) Places of historical and educational significance
(Original)
有歷史和教育意義的地方
beattie — Google review
(Translated by Google) A place worth coming and experiencing
(Original)
Một nơi đáng để đến và trải nghiệm
Nguyễn Huy (Figo) — Google review
(Translated by Google) This Inner Mongolia museum has incomparably rich and precious contents 🖒
Inner Mongolia Museum, formerly known as Inner Mongolia Museum, was established on May 1, 1957 (the tenth anniversary of the founding of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region). The museum is located on the west side of Hulunbuir Road in the center of Hohhot, with a construction area of more than 15,000 square meters. The building is full of Mongolian characteristics. The galloping horse statue was the opening image of Inner Mongolia TV Station for many years. The museum is one of the eight scenic spots in New Hohhot ("horse taking off").
On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region government decided to build a new museum for the Inner Mongolia Museum as a gift project for the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Autonomous Region. The new museum is located at the intersection of East Second Ring Road and Xinhua East Street, close to Inner Mongolia Ulanqat Grand Theater. In the square in front of the museum is the "National Unity Cauldron" presented to the autonomous region by the Central People's Government of the People's Republic of China in 2007. The new building is a six-story building with a length of 287 meters, a width of 120 meters, a height of 49.5 meters, and a construction area of 51,350 square meters. [1] The exhibition hall area of the new museum is approximately ten times that of the old museum. In early July 2007, the People's Government of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region decided to rename the Inner Mongolia Museum to the Inner Mongolia Museum. On July 31 of the same year, the museum held an inauguration ceremony and officially opened on August 8.
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此內蒙古博物館,內容無敵豐富珍貴 🖒
內蒙古博物院原名內蒙古博物館,成立於1957年5月1日(內蒙古自治區成立十周年之際),館址位於呼和浩特市中心呼倫貝爾路西側,建築面積15,000餘平方米,建築充滿蒙古族特色,博物館上的奔馬塑像曾經多年是內蒙古電視台的開播圖像。博物館是新呼和浩特八景之一(「駿馬騰飛」)。
內蒙古自治區成立60周年之際,內蒙古自治區政府決定內蒙古博物館興建新館,作為自治區成立六十周年的獻禮工程。新館選址東二環路與新華東街交匯處,緊臨內蒙古烏蘭恰特大劇院。博物館前的廣場上安放著2007年中華人民共和國中央人民政府向自治區贈送的「民族團結大鼎」。新館為六層建築,長287米,寬120米,高49.5米,建築面積51,350平方米。[1]新館的展廳面積大約是舊館的十倍。2007年7月初,內蒙古自治區人民政府決定將內蒙古博物館改名為內蒙古博物院。同年7月31日,博物院舉行落成典禮,8月8日正式開館
EMBA Kitty 帶你玩 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The treasure of the town hall is the eagle-shaped golden crown. It’s really worth seeing it with your own eyes. You can learn more about the culture of the people outside the Great Wall. If you come to Inner Mongolia, I highly recommend it.
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鷹形金冠鎮館之寶啊,能夠親眼目睹真是值惹,可以了解更多塞外民族的文化,如果有來內蒙十分推薦過來看看
sashimi cheng — Google review
(Translated by Google) Animal specimens, dinosaur fossils, Dapeng birds...the number and content of the collections are top-notch in the world, and you must visit them in your lifetime! !
(Original)
動物標本 恐龍化石 大鵬鳥....珍藏數量、內容世界頂級,此生必須一遊!!
S L — Google review
(Translated by Google) Basically quite modern
A place selling souvenirs
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基本上還蠻現代的
賣紀念品的地方
26 Xinhua E St, Ji County, Shanxi, Hu He Hao Te Shi, Shanxi, China, 010050
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Erenhot
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Erenhot is a county-level city under jurisdiction of the Xilingol League, Inner Mongolia, China, located in the Gobi Desert along the Sino-Mongolian border, across from the Mongolian town of Zamyn-Üüd. There are 74,197 inhabitants and the elevation is 966 metres. Wikipedia.
Erenhot is a county-level city under jurisdiction of the Xilingol League, Inner Mongolia, China, located in the Gobi Desert along the Sino-Mongolian border, across from the Mongolian town of Zamyn-Üüd. There are 74,197 inhabitants and the elevation is 966 metres. Wikipedia.
The Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex is a popular tourist attraction in Mongolia that features a large equestrian statue of Genghis Khan made from stainless steel. The statue stands at 40 meters high and has a lift that rises up its tail with steps leading to the horse's head. Visitors can enjoy stunning views across the great Khaans land by climbing up the horses' neck. Apart from the statue, there is also an underground museum to explore.
Statue is a great place to visit, very near UB. The souvenir shop was closed this time, but usually there are nice things to buy there. Also there is coffee and restaurant, but it was too cold inside and they were out of tea, milk and other drinks.
Lilka Vachkova — Google review
It's a great place for foreigner tourists to experience the culture and traditions, and learn history of Mongolia and Mongol Empire. It's clean, spacious and has models of giant whip and giant shoe.
In the basement, there are many gift shops to buy souvenirs and other Mongolian cultural items. In another stall, we can try Mongolian traditional clothes and pose for photos.
There are 1-2 restaurants, and coffee shops. But it takes good time to get our orders. I like the museum. It's huge and spectacular.
We can take an escalator and get on the nape of the horse. Though the views from there are better, going up through dark narrow staircases was like squeezing myself through the crevices of cliffs.
If there are many people lined up there, I don't recommend yourself joining. You'll thank me on this. Instead go below complex's parking area for distant views of the shiny stainless equestrian statue.
You can try archery and be like a Mongol warrior horde or take few photos holding vultures with the statue in the background.
Sherab Tenzin — Google review
I was surprised at how big this statue was and it was cool to be able to go to the top of the horses head and take a picture in front of him. The museum and shops here are very small, so we only spent 30 minutes here. There are various outdoor activities you can while here, but they are more touristy at this location.
Adam Carbajal — Google review
Incredible view point and great education centre for the history of Mongolia and its emptier, great to learn about the history and Chinggis khan. Wasn’t busy at all when we were there. There are souvenir shops and cafes as well as a restaurant with bar inside but just seeing the huge statue gleaming in the beautiful sunshine against the bright blue sky and snow was amazing.
Sid Daz — Google review
Beautiful statue, clean interior and lots of information. The staff is friendly, but the entry cost has an EXPAT/tourist cost and a Mongolian cost, the coffee shop doesn't do hot chocolate, and all gift shops were closed both times I visited the site.
Phillip Lewis — Google review
Wow! What fun to visit this place on his birthday! 15,000T entry and we enjoyed free fermeted yaks milk tea and 'donuts' as well as live music and dancing. Nice bar and small shops with souvenirs, plus a coffee shop.
Impressive views from the elevator and climb up to the sit on the "saddle" with him!
Linda Sloan — Google review
An amazing place to visit. The statue is 40m tall and you can go up all the way to his body height and have a 360° view. In time to come, there'll be at least 200 gers that will be built. Plots have already been bought and soon it will be filled with tourism. The statue of Chinggis is higher than the Statue of Liberty.
Medusa Hiss — Google review
The destination is relatively close to Ulaanbaatar and is easy to get to after around an hour's drive (depending on the exact starting location in UB of course).
The Statue itself is huge, and you may climb the platform for a spectacular perspective. If you visit Mongolia, I would say it is a must-see.
M. Morgan — Google review
Crazy huge statue (almost as tall as the Statue of Liberty!). The only weird thing was the entrance… it was oddly confusing how to purchase admission and if you’re not vigilant, locals will just cut in front of you. But once you climb the tiny stairs to the top, it’s worth it.
Also there’s a large boot inside (weirdest thing ever) and large golden whip (also bizarre).
Camels and horses can be ridden outside for a fee. Have a local ask for the price quote if you’re a foreigner otherwise they’ll quote you “white man price.” (Wish they’d just post the prices instead of the hassle of being conned) 💰
Beau Chevassus — Google review
Wow! Most stunning place nearby UB! I didn't realize you can try on ancient armour inside the museum, and that they have camels + eagles you can interact with. A beautiful monument to Mongolian history 🙏🏽
Stephen Ryan Bentley — Google review
I just don’t know why we can’t go upstairs at this time ?the path was blocked .and we didn’t payed less.it’s unfair :(
徐子文 — Google review
They were preparing for Xmas and NYE party so there was an ice rink in the middle of the square with decorations around. The square itself was a nice place to visit
Dion Ong — Google review
Visited as part of a group. Was not too crowded at the time so we had a great visit. Took many photos. Was a little windy but good once inside. The shops had nice souvenirs too!
Samantha Dickson — Google review
I am so appreciate to visit today. It was really nice with a lot of exploration to see. Fresh air and calm place ;)
Javhlantugs Baatarsuh — Google review
The coolest place I went to in Mongolia! Got to learn some Mongolian history and about Genghis Khan, ride horses, do archery, and take photos with a golden eagle on my shoulder. Highly recommend taking a day trip there. The drive from Ulaanbaatar was also cool to see the beautiful countryside.
Gorkhi Terelj National Park is a stunning destination that offers visitors the chance to enjoy natural hot springs and the scenic River Tuul, as well as explore its small tourist area. Located just a short distance from Ulaanbaatar, this park is popular among both locals and tourists alike. With plenty of activities to choose from including fishing, hiking, temple exploration and horseback riding amidst breathtaking landscapes - there's never a dull moment here!
Great to return after 28 years. So many nice tourist camps. So many tourist ghers. Amazing development.
Brian Hogan — Google review
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park is easily accessible from Ulan Bator via a motorway. If you enjoy walking and hiking, you'll fall in love with Terelj National Park. Here, you can wander for hours, hike to a monastery, and horse ride through the forests and rocky hilltops. Be sure to check out ‘Turtle Rock’ too; you may see something different from a certain angle!
It's not far from the Genghis Khan Complex, one of the most visited sites in Ulan Bator, Mongolia.
by: Dizzy Traveler
Dizzy Traveler — Google review
Stunning national park, very worth a visit. Beautiful rocky mountains, pine trees, yaks and horses.
Maia Hanrahan — Google review
Absolutely amazing place with such stuning landscapes-green mountains and endless steppes. Pure nature with wild horses around. Rare place where it is possible to find real silence and real darkness without light pollution. There are almost no normal roads, so there is a need of very good car drive skills. Mongolia nature is totally profound, defenitely recommend to explore it.
Katarzyna Ho?owi?ska — Google review
The area is quite scenic. Rock formations are a must for anyone traveling there. Also, for people looking to stay in the area for a number of days or for a few hours, camps are quite accommodating.
Turbold Jargalsaikhan — Google review
Very picturesque place. Combo of Chinggis Khan Statue Complex + Turtle Rock + Temple is the best way to get a feeling of the territory in a short period of time
V Y — Google review
I came during autumn when the trees are shedding yellow and casting beautiful shades of life beside the running Tuul river. There are resorts which offer stays in Ger or normal hotel rooms, serving stone-cooked lamb meat… a great getaway with friends or family during the weekend or for a party!
Lim Jia Yi (dance_heartbeat) — Google review
It’s only a short drive from Ulaanbaatar and it is bloody worth it! This national park is absolutely spectacular with no shortage of activities. We loved going fishing along the rivers, hiking, exploring temples as well as horse back riding along the amazing and never ending landscapes. Do yourself a favour, and go!
David Maddison — Google review
The southern part up to the Turtle rock and the little village of Terelj is degraded by too many tourist camps, ugly oversized buildings, unfinished buildings and ruins. It must have been a wonderfull place 30 years ago. Towards Chagin char nuur and the Temple of the princess it is a beautiful place where you will meet herders and her families. Littered waste anywhere, in the rivers, woods and around the camps are a big problem and may unfortunately spoil the experience.
Alec Crippa — Google review
When in Mongolia, please don’t miss to come to this national park to enjoy nature’s beauty at its best. We came here on 13 May 2023, about an hour’s drive from Ulaan Bataar. We had experience staying in the Mongolian tent called Ger, and tasted some of the local food. Activities include horse riding, archery, eagle taming, and visiting the different types of Ger that were available. Indeed, a splendid experience to be here.
Rahmah Ramli — Google review
Terelj National Park is a beautiful place. Make the time and come here.
Working out for Jesus (WOFJ) — Google review
Totally outstanding national park. Nature is beautiful here, from mountains, rivers, nice formations (such as the Turtle rock). Nice place to relax in a Mongolian ger in one of the baby resorts.
Fernando Pérez Díaz — Google review
Very scenic
Nice views of natural beauty. Rocks / mountain sides are in shapes of giant tortoise and praying monk. Ghengus Khan staue . You can rent dogsled team go horseback and camel riding. Hold golden eagles . Snowmobile and 4 wheel ATV rentals are also available.
The Zaisan Monument is a well-known landmark situated atop a hill in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Originally constructed by the Russians to honor soldiers lost in various wars, it primarily commemorates those who sacrificed their lives during World War II. The monument displays socialist realism imagery with Soviet mosaics and reliefs portraying Stalin and Lenin along with other unknown heroes.
You can have nice views of city from this place.
Tran Anh Hung — Google review
As a famous place in Ulaanbaatar.it’s really not easy to find out the entrance at night .we asked many local people.and there is no any light there so little bit dangerous at night all dark
徐子文 — Google review
Very good view of Ulaanbaatar, especially the spread of city. Also there is a glass bridge and dinosaurs are carved on rocks, which looks great from glass bridge.
Sudhir Kumar — Google review
It is worth going there to see the view of the big city. It would have been appropriate to renovate it there
Rafal Pucha — Google review
Quite the impressive monument. It's certainly worthy of the name. There were also a few small, quaint looking shops along the staricase, but they were all closed, I assume due to COVID. There's also a small glass bridge with a dinosaur head roaring up at you.
The monument itself chronicles the journey Mongolia went through during its time under Soviet life. The monument mimics the traditional Mongolian fireplace and honours the Soviet soldiers who fought for the Mongolian People's Republic. The place, of course, also offers up some amazing city views.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
Magnificent view. A recommended place to visit.
Phee S. — Google review
falling apart and clearly neglected by the locals. even on very windy and cold days, a common place for older generations to hangout.
view over the city is fantastic, even accounting for the immense air pollution.
there's also a boba place that on the way up the stairs to this monument, though the quality looks pretty questionable.
swiftyspiffy — Google review
This is a very beautiful place to visit. It is at the top of Zaisan mountain. You can see the panorama views of Ulaanbaatar city.
Ken Maverick — Google review
The place is really awesome, can view the city from the high! If u like to hike, get up from the other side instead of taking the stairs, it will be more fun!
Wei Pui Chong — Google review
You get good views of the city from the top of the hill and the murals depicting Russia and Mongolias past and friendship are quite stunning.
There are better things to do in Mongolia for sure, I would advise getting out of UB as soon as possible and exploring the Gobi, but if you must be in Ulaambataar this is worth visiting.
Andrew Stevenson — Google review
Beautiful view in ulaanbtaar
Arif bijaksana — Google review
A huge communist-era propaganda monument and mural that offers stunning views of the Mongolian capital
lutz seidemann — Google review
At the top you can get a 360° view of the city, but the condition of the road and steps leading to the monument is poorly maintained
The Bogd Khaan Palace Museum is a museum in Mongolia that preserves historical objects from the reign of the eighth living Buddha, Jebtzun Damba Hutagt VIII (or Bogd Khan). The palace was spared destruction during the Communist purges, and now contains thousands of artifacts from the reign of this powerful Buddhist monarch.
Spectacularly colourful and complex blended architecture in the forms of both a Summer and Winter Palace. Like most museums in the city, there's a charge for admission and an extra charge to take photos. I kind of regret not getting the photo pass. However, you can still take photos of the outside.
The Winter Palace which looks more Western in design and white, was actually created with Russian architecture and design in mind. The Summer Palace, however, had a more Buddhist royal style and structure. One of the large gates was even built with no nails, instead substituting them for complex interlocking wooden joints. The history that is offered up along with the feats for the eyes make this a great museum.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
Absolutely loved it, the winter palace of kings and queens past is remarkably well preserved but in need of some restoration. The exhibition of the lifestyle of royalty and the collection of art and artifacts inside the palace was well curated. It was 15,000 MNT to enter but no photos allowed after entering the big gates. As you enter you first see the statues and applique Buddhist artworks that are beautiful. After this section the Russian inspired fusion works inside the winter palace are truly wonderful too. I especially enjoyed seeing the exquisite royal garb and jewelry as well as the unique beds, exuberant monk chairs, thrones and the leopard skin ger was well preserved too.
Luniva — Google review
Many ancient art exhibitions
Come to this place for art, not for the temple.
Because the temple is really dry so most wooden architecture are cracking, there are parts being repainted but very little.
No photos inside the area unless paid.
SaM Wong — Google review
I had an issue with paying the entrance fee. ONLY ACCEPT MONGOLIAN CARDS OR CASH. The guide could not answer my questions and needs to educate them. Every description of the picture needs more detailed explanation instead max ten words. Otherwise very pleasant and peaceful place that you can escape from the noise of the city.
Miga Batsaikhan — Google review
Somewhat small museum. Entry fee is 8000 tugrug. A lot of important religious items and ceremony paraphernalia are on display. No photography allowed inside the palace compounds. The guide only speaks Mongolian, Russian & Korean. In comparison, my visit to Gandan monastery was more interesting to me personally
froompah — Google review
Pricey for what it is as most of it is under construction at the time of writing this. The Gandan monastery is half the price and more worth your money - go in the morning for the chanting. Some staff speak English but it’s a bit basic and did not really explain the site at all and provided no map. Not much information to read but nice collections and architecture.
Priya Chotai — Google review
A Magnificent Palace for taking a close look at the wooden structure in building.
KUANG-CHING HUNG — Google review
Very nice palace. I can highly recommend a visit. Is in a good shape and also the museum has some really good objects especially the animal collection of the Khan is impressive
Paul Herger — Google review
Quite interesting. Very different from other Mongolian heritage. The palace of the 20th century religious leader had clear manchu influence, from the 2 centuries of rule prior to him
Fernando Pérez Díaz — Google review
The condition of the pavement is not well maintained Many parts of the building is not restored Museum collection is average
Jason L — Google review
One of the best destination for tourist to see about Mongolian last king's Winter palace and his things. And you will see little zoo.
The Buddhist temple Choijin Lama Museum in Ulaanbaatar is a complex of five temples built between 1904 and 1908. It is now closed to religious worship but remains a tourist attraction displaying ancient art and cultural artifacts.
I visited the Choijin Lama Temple Museum on a very cold and snowy Saturday morning. There were no other visitors there. The staff opened the museum just for me. The inside of the museum doesn’t have a heating system, so it was very cold, but I enjoyed the exhibition.
Mariko Tagawa — Google review
1904 (rebuilt in 1934)
The Choijin Lama Temple Museum is a museum located in the central part of Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. The construction of the 8th Jebtsundamba Khutagt for his younger brother Choijin Lama Luvsankhaidav began in 1904 and was completed in 1908.
bm warez — Google review
Beautiful location and located downtown Ulaanbaatar near thr Shangrila Hotel. Museum staff are limited on English speakers but the temple is worth seeing.
Phillip Lewis — Google review
入り口が見つけづらい本当に、、、
それぞれの建物の中にヒーターがないので、ずっと寒いまま🥶
寒さ対策を忘れずに!!
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It's really hard to find the entrance...
There are no heaters in each building, so it stays cold all the time🥶
Don't forget to take measures against the cold!!
中條康平 — Google review
19th century building and artifacts. Has 5 small temples with different theme.
Effing Cool — Google review
Excellent Museum
You can get to know a lama temple better however it was so different from other Lama Temples I have been before
Masoud Tabatabaei — Google review
Nice place in the center of UB. It's museum where you can enjoy Buddistic culture and feel th East Vibe.
Paul Atreides — Google review
Incredible! One of the few temples has left in the country with a good condition. This temple is built by the last king Bogd’s brother whom also a powerful monk and moved to Mongolia with his brother from Tibet. You will learn great history when you get there!
Uyanga Purevdorj — Google review
It was quite impressive place to me. They ask extra pay to take a picture like other museum or indoor places in mongolia. It' kinda of huge museum where you can understand about Mongolia buddhism. Also, living buddhist temple where Mongolian buddhist still visit.
EZ LEE (ezstories) — Google review
A sacred place to visit and is close to Sukhbaatar Square. The structures are old but well maintained. Avoid to take photographs inside the temple.
KAIJEN TIEN — Google review
One of the most culturally significant museums and temples in UB
Amarsaikhan Baatarsaikhan — Google review
Right off the central square, this temple is beautiful hidden gem in the city. 15k entrance fee but worth every penny.
lutz seidemann — Google review
What a spectacular museum! My favourite in the whole city. The Chojin Temple Museum had 5 sections to it and each had a different meaning/purpose.
Like most of the museums I visited in Mongolia, there's a ticket price for entry and an additional cost to take photos. While this was I think the most expensive museum I visited, GET THE PHOTOGRAPHY TICKET! The colours in the main hall with all the characters from the Cham Dance immediately made the extra cost worth it. The Cham Dance is an elaborate performance primarily from Tibetan Buddhism. Along the way, you get to see some impressive pieces of art while getting a view of the outside courtyards each time you go to a new temple. What really stuck out for me though was you eventually get to a temple depicting the Buddhist version of Hell. Such graphic imagery and great explanations. The staff were also quite friendly and knew how to explain much of it in English.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
It’s a compound of many Buddhist temples showcasing the history of Buddhism in Mongolia and people who brought them.
The temples’ physical structures are ancient Chinese buildings from outside yet Tibetan architecture and design inside.
There are Tibetan Thangkas well preserved in some temples. In other temples, there are artefacts of tantric Buddhist lamas and shamans.
The whole museum is a combination of Buddhism, Shamanism, and Taoism beliefs.
But you have to pay if you want to take photos besides ticket fee. It’s not worth. Just walk in and explore all those temples.
Located in the heart of Ulaanbaatar, Sukhbaatar Square is a central city plaza that was officially renamed in 2013 after Genghis Khan, who is considered to be Mongolia's founding father. However, the original name was restored in 2016 due to a court battle won by Sukhbaatar's descendants.
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I'll never travel to Irkutsk without this trip planner again
The National Museum of Mongolia is a museum in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, that houses a vast collection of artifacts documenting the history and culture of Mongolia. The museum was established in 1924 and has since grown to become one of the country's most important cultural institutions. The collection spans from the Stone Age to modern times, and includes relics from all aspects of Mongolian culture. Visitors can explore the museum's various galleries and exhibits on several floors, or take part in organized educational programs.
Nice museum to spend some time and learn the Mongolian history.
Pretty empty, spacious so we enjoyed our time and receptionist very friendly.
We purchased family ticket, 15000 mnt for two members.
Card payment or cash is acceptable.
Azjargal Gankhuyag — Google review
All in all, it was worth of viewing. But wishing more improvement, I will comment some criticism. I went there today after seeing a review posted a year ago. But the ticket price was 20,000, exactly doubled than a year ago. And on their website, the ticjet price is still 10,000. It is natural to have some rise but never expected a ticket price to be doubled just at once. Evenmore, Those want to take photograph are requested to pay extra 20,000(ticket 20,000+another 20,000) .
Also there was no enough light to read explanations properly . I know that some relics should not be exposed to too bright light to prevent damage. But even considering this, still there was no enough light to even just explanation on the wall, not the relics. Also, some explanation of the first room was covered by furniture or even computer etc.if there is not enough time and therefore just look around quickly without thoroughly reading like myself, it won't be any problem. But for those really want to learn will not satisfy with the light. Hope they equip more spot light and also check whether any explanation in English is covered by other object and correct if not properly exhibited.
VMZN — Google review
Worth visiting as one get a good overview of Mongolian history. Located near sukhabaatar square.
Sudhir Kumar — Google review
This is an ok museum, probably the best Mongolia can do. I rate it low because foreigners have to pay more than locals, they don't accept a student id card as proof of being a student (so, you can't get the student price), and then they follow you around saying "don't take photos" or "you have to pay extra for photos" even though there's no mention of this when they sell you that first overpriced ticket. Mongolia seems to be all about trying to extract money from foreigners.
David White — Google review
You can pay upfront to take photos at the museum. Overall, it's a good experience learning about the history and culture of Mongolia 🇲🇳
Liyana Sulaiman — Google review
The National Museum of Mongolia (Mongolian: Монголын үндэсний түүхийн музей); formerly the National Museum of Mongolian History is located in Ulaanbaatar. This museum is a cultural, scientific, and educational organization, which is responsible for the collection, conservation and interpretation of the objects under its curation. The first museum in Mongolia, the Mongolian National Museum (now the Mongolian Natural History Museum), was established in 1924 and became the basis for other museums, including the National Museum of Mongolian History. Russian scholars, such as Pyotr Kozlov, V. I. Lisovskii, A. D. Simukov, and the American researcher Roy Chapman Andrews contributed to the museum's early collections and exhibits. The modern National Museum of Mongolian History was established after the merger of the historical, archaeological and ethnographical departments of the State Central Museum and the Museum of the Revolution in 1991. It is now located in a facility built for the Museum of the Revolution, which was founded in 1971. The National Museum of Mongolia is currently recognized as one of the leading museums in Mongolia. The significant responsibility for preserving Mongolian cultural heritage therefore lies with the museum. It is also responsible for developing museological guidelines for museums in the nation. Exhibitions cover prehistory, pre-Mongol Empire history, Mongol Empire, Mongolia during Qing rule, ethnography and traditional life, and twentieth-century history. The ethnographic collection has significant displays of the traditional dress of various Mongolian ethnic groups and of snuff bottles. Most exhibits have labels in both Mongolian and English. The museum publishes one or more issues of its in-house journal each year, with articles in Mongolian and foreign languages, including Russian and English.
Ngo Hai Anh — Google review
It was amazing! U’ll watch whole 3-8 floors museum. U can pay by mobile. Everything was great.
Zolchimeg — Google review
Entrance 20 000 MNT + 20 000 MNT for photo license
Mongolian history across different periods with some information in english. Last entry at 19:30, but note that 2 times we visited it was closing earlier.
V Y — Google review
I went here when it was still free for minors, the history it contained within just a building is so amazing. The life size pieces and recreation of old pieces amazes me how accurate it was.
Ariun “Ari” Zul — Google review
Very awesome museum. When I went they were hosting a NK anniversary exhibition (free) that week so I made sure to see that. Highly recommend
two six — Google review
A very nice museum with a lot to see. Total time took about 2 and a half hours. It was 10,000 tughriks for an adult ticket, plus another 10k to be able to take photography. I'm not sure taking photos was necessary, but it's not that much money. Several of the exhibits when I was there did have the "no photo" sign on them. That said, the museum itself is an absolute must visit if you are in Ulaanbaatar.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
A 5mins walk from the Sukhbaatar Square, the National Museum may not be as iconic to identify from the road. Nevertheless, it has shown some exhibits classified according to its history in time, costume… and later part of exhibit with a more “digitalized” presentation to shed light into Mongolia’s roots and progression. However, I think more effort can be placed into organising the descriptions, the flow of exhibition… etc. I believe there’s so much space and more that the managing bodies or higher institutions can step in to preserve/ curate the precious history, artefacts and stories of Mongolia!
Lim Jia Yi (dance_heartbeat) — Google review
Pretty disappointing all things considered. We had some time to kill in UB and wanted to see some fossils. Mongolia has a huge rich history in terms of dinosaurs and fossils so was expecting a pretty decent showing. They had 3 or 4 really cool fossils and a full skeleton of one of the distant relatives of the T-rex which was nice, but as for the rest of it, it's pretty poor. I mean in the main hall, it seems like there's more meteorites than fossils. Make sure you go on the first floor to see the big skeleton. We almost bailed after two minutes and would have missed it otherwise.
There's some taxidermy there which is a little odd, and a cabinet full of dead birds which frankly, is just weird.
I'm a seasoned traveller, so wasn't expecting the Natural History Museum or the Met etc, but felt this could have been done a lot better. Some of the signs (not all) are in English, but you need to cross the rope to actually read them. So if you're not in the mood to grapple with security, take a pair of binoculars.
Gandan Monastery is a large and important Buddhist temple complex in the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. It features several sacred temples, an 82-foot gold Megjid Janraisig statue, and an extensive library. The monastery was not destroyed during the Communist religious purges of 1937, and today it houses four colleges of Buddhism as well as the Ondor Gegeen Zanabazar Buddhist University.
Very nice sight to visit. Not very touristy and hopefully remains that way. Walk around, sit on a bench and watch the world go by. The statues throughout the monastery are the main attractions!
John — Google review
It's one of the most popular Buddhist temples in Mongolia. All the buildings in the compounds have Tibetan architectures and also internal murals depict Tibetan Buddhism.
The centre of worship is the 25m standing gold-plated Buddha. We can also see small statues of his close disciples or other important figures in Tibetan Buddhism, and giant prayer wheels. Inside photography is allowed only upon paying a fee. Please take cash for fees as well as for offerings.
Though you aren't Buddhist, I recommend visiting it once. It's a sort of a small Tibetan culture centre. There are many lamas with whom we can take photos. The overall environment is unique and peaceful.
Sherab Tenzin — Google review
There are lots of pigeons before the entrance.you could by some bird food there and feed them .anyway it’s a free nice place and also it’s not so far away from the city center
徐子文 — Google review
While it's not the biggest temple by any means that I've been to, it and the surrounding complex offer plenty of things to see and experience. Gandantegchinlen Monastery is the main one, but there are numerous other temples in the same walled park-like complex.
I loved how people truly respected this temple though. I've been to many temples in many countries and often times, they are just filled with loud people just trying to get the next photo. Even locals are bad depending on the country. Here, the temple is now open, but with COVID restrictions in place. That said, you can still see the whole things. The architecture coupled with all the colours and rays of sunshine coming through make this a really serene experience.
It's Tibetan name meaning "Great Place of Complete Joy".
Like many Buddhist establishments, it and the Tantric monks who practice there have had a tumultuous history. During the period of Lenin, potentially over 10,000 lamas and 900 monasteries were eradicated. However, like many Buddhist structures standing today, they eventually went through a period of rebirth and are now thankfully flourishing.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
Beautiful monastery and temple complex, big territory to walk around. Foreigners should pay 7000MNT, which is not very clearly communicated at the entrance (no shields) + felt confused as we were literally the only ones, who was proactively asked to pay upon entering despite a huge crowd of people proceeding further.
V Y — Google review
The monastery was constructed by order of the 5th Jebtsundamba Khutuktu in 1809. The first temple was the Gungaachoilin Datsan. Only one wooden pillar remains from this temple. In 1838, the Gandantegchenlin Temple was built along with the private residence of the Jebtsundamba Khutuktu. The 13th Dalai Lama stayed in the residence in 1904. In 1840, the Vajradhara Temple was built. In 1869, the Zuu Temple was built. In 1913, the tall Avalokiteśvara temple was built. In 1925, the temple for keeping the remains of the 8th Jebtsundamba Khutuktu was built. It is now the monastery library.
In the 1930s, the Communist government of Mongolia, under the leadership of Khorloogiin Choibalsan and under the influence of Joseph Stalin, destroyed all but a few monasteries and killed more than 15,000 lamas.
Gandantegchinlen Khiid monastery, having escaped this mass destruction, was closed in 1938, but then reopened in 1944 and was allowed to continue as the only functioning Buddhist monastery, under a skeleton staff, as a token homage to traditional Mongolian culture and religion. With the end of Marxism in Mongolia in 1990, restrictions on worship were lifted.
????? ???-?? (Arena4mN) — Google review
One of the most important places when visiting Mongolia. One of the biggest monasteries in Asia. A new building was recently built in 2017. The uniqness of the place is incredible. To enter the old Temple there is a small ticket fee plus additional ticket can be purchased if you want to take photos of the massive 25 meters tall Buda.
Enrique Zenteno — Google review
Very beautiful and well kept monastery, I am very impressed with the preservation of the buildings and the serenity
The main temple with the Buddha statue was magnificent
Abraham Joel Victor — Google review
Interested place for tourists, especially people who follow Budish, located near Ulaanbaatar. Weak point is less rest rooms for visitors and conditions of that few toilets are rather bad.
Dau Vu Chau — Google review
Very nice monastery, lovely walk upto it and peaceful and serene.
A small walk from the city centre, but worth a look.
Rob Nesbit — Google review
Large monastic complex with several buildings. Popular with locals. Free admission.
Daniel Fg — Google review
Built in 1838, this is the largest and most important center of Buddhism. Beautiful buildings and ornate statues. We were able to hear the morning chants and meet with a monk.
Eryn Hoppe — Google review
As beautiful on the inside as is out. The enormous inner statue is also something to behold. Lots of prayer wheels to spin inside. It's a lovely place.
Richie Henry — Google review
A very well-managed Monastery providing services for worshippers. Somehow, I felt that the monastery tend to lose some of its “original flavours” due to its modern management. Irregardless, you can walk-in to the spacious and clean site for a visit, and do remember to support by paying respect to the Gods and the necessary fees!
Lim Jia Yi (dance_heartbeat) — Google review
This place is absolutely a must in Ulanbaatar. It's a big complex with multiple temples and the best part is the huge Buddha inside the main temple. Ticket costs 7000.
Few highlights of this place and our a getaway:
1. Easy drive from the city.
2. Beautiful wild nature and a chance to see only remaining wild horses.
3. Not only wild horses, also get to see different wild animals and meantime will have a great a day out of the city.
4. New horse show is started from july 1st so highly recommend do the both in one go.
Uyanga Purevdorj — Google review
My visit to Hustai National Park was truly an unforgettable experience deserving a solid five-star rating. The park’s stunning natural beauty and the impressive display of wildlife, particularly the Przewalski’s horses, made the trip a phenomenal adventure.
A highlight of Hustai National Park is undoubtedly the opportunity to see Przewalski’s horses in their natural habitat. This endangered species of wild horse, preserved and protected in the park, is a sight to behold. Observing these majestic animals roam freely in the wilderness was a humbling and awe-inspiring experience.
Beyond the captivating wildlife, the natural landscape of the park itself is breathtakingly beautiful. The rolling hills, dotted with various flora, offer a serene and tranquil environment that makes you feel at one with nature.
Hustai National Park also scores high in terms of visitor amenities. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, keen to share their insights about the park’s wildlife and ecosystem. The park’s commitment to maintaining a balance between tourism and conservation is commendable.
In conclusion, a visit to Hustai National Park is a must for any nature or wildlife enthusiast. The chance to witness Przewalski’s horses in the wild is a rare and valuable experience. Combined with the overall beauty and serenity of the park, it’s an excursion that leaves a lasting impression and is well worth a full five-star rating.
Maximilian Mende — Google review
1. Dinner was pleasant.
2. Part-time kids were also hard-working.
3. Breakfast was decent.
4. Toilet paper was thin like see-through.
AAA TSGJRGL — Google review
A amazing nature reserve to see the reintroduced Przewalski's horse. Mostly the horses are far away staying on top of the hills, so bring the binoculars or long-focus lens to see them. During the early morning or the evening have better chances to see them closely as they come down for water. Please keep the distance from them to avoid any possible disturbance.
KAIJEN TIEN — Google review
Better to go there in the morning or evening. When it's very hot, wild horses they don't want to come down.
enkhmandah Batchuluun — Google review
We had show there in early September, and we have spotten the Przwalski horses, deer and marmots. Also the man Stones are a special place, you can still feel the energy that made them possible.
Diana Croezen — Google review
We stayed nearby the Hustai National Park (at the nearby non-profit Mongolian Bankhar Dog Project, also worth a visit if you can!) for about a week, and were lucky enough to get to drive through it with a wonderful fellow who worked as a wildlife biologist for the park for seven years - so we basically got a personal tour and saw some amazing wildlife, including the takhi but also all kinds of birds, wildflowers, even a toad, lizards, pica, deer, gazelle... truly a beautiful and varied landscape! This park is a wonderful place to visit, we were especially fortunate to see so much of it with someone who knows the park so well!
Madisyn Schultz — Google review
Went in May 2019.... didn't get to explore most of it due to a tight traveling schedule, but based on what I saw, one could easily spend all day here. The driving trail loops are either 10-20 miles or like 40-50 miles... something like that (they will give you a nice color map when you register/pay), however you're moving at 5-15mph due to the terrain so that's why it takes all day to travel inside. The local price was like $5000 T, while the foreigner price was like $25,000 T ($10 USD at this time). I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TRAVELING HERE WITH AN SUV, some parts were definitely hard to pass with a car.... the road does turn a little sandy while going there, don't let go of the gas...power on with some speed or you may get stuck. Don't go here if it rained or snowed in the prior 2 days...roads would probably be a mess.
The dirt road from the main highway to the entrance of the national park is okay... typical Mongolian dirt road, just follow the most worn path and you'll get there... or try to stay left if a million paths appear, though I think almost all the paths end up here anyway. Once you arrive, park in the cement parking lot, walk left into the restaurant building and there will be someone there to pay the entrance fee, then go back to the car and you can continue driving into the park. The dirt road inside the national park is the real challenge.... far less traveled so it can get sporty, if I had to do it again, definitely take an SUV. Also, almost nothing to buy in the park so bring your own drinks and food (there is a restaurant in the park entrance). I actually saw more animals driving into the park than the actual park itself (I was only able to drive 2-3 miles into it then turned around so maybe they are deeper into the park). Staff is very nice, speak English.
There is some type of camp to spend the night... didn't check it out, they were building the gers, but they seem to be maintained OK. There is a proper restroom below the restaurant with running water, toilets and even showers which is a luxury outside of UB. This would be a good destination if you like animals, specially horses, sheeps and cows. TIP: Don't touch them or come close to them, not allowed per park rules.
Alex Kim — Google review
Brilliant. Great information in English. Saw some rare Wild horses in the distance. Saw lots of other animals. Great day
Kyakhtinskiy Krayevedcheskiy Muzey Im. Ak. V.a. Obrucheva
Museum
Specialty Museums
(Translated by Google) We arrived from Moscow for two days. But thanks to the pastor of the local church of Christian Christians, Sergei Filinov, they had the opportunity to get acquainted with the history of the city. Very interesting and informative!
(Original)
Приехали из Москвы на два дня. Но благодаря пастору местной церкви ХВЕ Сергею Филинову имели возможность ознакомиться с историей города. Очень интересно и познавательно!
Viola Krivosheeva — Google review
Tamatabi 20190723
I am Traveller by bicycle.
I have been to here.
I have paid 200Rub for enter.
I couldn't find something to interest.
But I like masks for dance of Chibetan Buddhism.
It is easy to find there.
Good trip.
yajimatama — Google review
(Translated by Google) Today we were at the museum of the city of Kyakhta. I liked what I saw there.
Since there is something to compare with, but this is by no means the capital of the republic, it’s excusable, and instead of 3 I’ll put 4, because:
1. there was a feeling that renovations were being carried out there (2nd floor), a stepladder, things not related to the museum itself, fabric was “lying” on the chairs. And when my husband asked: “Are you renovating?” They rudely answered him: “No!” And yes, all of us: me, my husband and my girlfriend considered this answer to be rude.
2. "Feeling of being watched."
I understand that they need to turn the lights on and off, but it was as if the staff were watching us with gross disregard. It was extremely unpleasant to feel the arrogant gaze and presence of staff who literally controlled our every step.
3. Stuffy! Despite the fact that it was cool outside that day, there was a terrible stuffiness in the museum that made you want to leave the premises as soon as possible. Despite all the wonderful surroundings in this museum.
Of the benefits)))
1. Clean. Pleasantly clean, nothing to complain about. I liked the well-kept condition.
2. Compromise. We quickly found a payment solution despite the fact that card payments were not provided.
3. The museum itself! And I liked this most of all. Yes, I'm hooked. We liked it, I liked it first of all, since it was my first time there.
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Сегодня были в музее города Кяхта. Понравилось наличие того что там увидела.
Так как есть с чем сравнивать, но это как ни как далеко не столица республики, простительно, и вместо 3 - поставлю 4, так как:
1. было ощущение что там проводится ремонт (2этаж), стремянка, вещи не причастные к самому музею, ткань "валялась" на стульях. И когда мой муж спросил:-у вас ремонт? Ему грубо ответили:-нет! И да, все мы:я, муж и подруга сочли этот ответ за грубость.
2. "Ощущение слежки".
Я понимаю что им нужно включать и выключать свет, но за нами словно следил персонал в грубом пренебрежении. Было крайне неприятно ощущать надменный взгляд и присутствие персонала, который буквально контролировал каждый наш шаг.
3. Душно! Не смотря что в этот день на улице было прохладно, у музее присутствовала ужасная духота от которой хотелось скорей покинуть помещение. Невзирая на всю ту прекрасную обстановку в данном музее.
Из плюсов)))
1. Чисто. Приятно чисто, придраться не к чему. Понравилось ухоженное состояние.
2. Компромисс. Быстро нашли решение оплаты невзирая на то, что оплаты по карте не предусмотрено.
3. Сам музей! И это понравилось больше всего. Да, зацепило. Нам понравилось, мне в первую очередь, так как я была там впервые.
Татьяна Шульц — Google review
(Translated by Google) A fantastic museum with very rich collections. One of the few attractions that are a must-see in Kiachta
(Original)
Rewelacyjne muzeum z bardzo bogatymi zbiorami. Jedna z nielicznych atrakcji którą koniecznie trzeba zobaczyć w Kiachcie
Tomasz Szewczykowski — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very interesting museum. We need to go there to make it easier to pass the history exam next year.
(Original)
Очень интересный музей. Надо сходить туда, чтобы в следующем году было легче сдать экзамен по истории.
Rita Viktorova — Google review
(Translated by Google) Entrance costs 150₽. The museum is good - we liked it. Everywhere is very clean and simple.
(Original)
Вход стоит 150₽. Музей хороший - нам понравился. Везде очень чисто и просто.
Alena Chekusova — Google review
(Translated by Google) rude and not a tour guide, we traveled in class, we didn’t hear anything except shut your mouth.
(Original)
хамло а не экскурсовод, ездили классом, кроме рот закройте нечего не слышали.
Катя — Google review
(Translated by Google) The museum is good, but there is no guide. You look at everything yourself. Ticket is 150 rubles, if you take a photo it’s 100 rubles from one floor. In general, there is something interesting to see in the museum.
(Original)
Музей хороший, но нет гида. Самостоятельно всё смотришь. Билет 150руб, если фотографировать то 100 руб с одного этажа. В общем в музее есть что интересное посмотреть.
Amarbayasgalant Khiid is a collection of 28 temples located in remote steppes, constructed in 1727 and dedicated to the Mongolian Buddhist Zanabazar. The design reflects Manchu style with inscriptions, symmetrical layout, imperial color scheme, and roof guardians on all corners. In spite of extensive restoration by Unesco, the site exudes an air of genteel decay and gradual nature takeover that enhances its allure.
Great place!
RealEstate Info — Google review
Old temple, old vibe...
It was really fun to read the inscriptions.
未来Mirai — Google review
Really nice place but these people dont say much. Just was making sure these mongolians were not going to tear down my city wall
Whitey Stiff — Google review
The Monastery is very much worth a visit, and it's a bonus that it's situated in a very beautiful valley. Worth walking up the hill behind the Monastery.
Maia Hanrahan — Google review
This is a definite must see Monastery if you come to Mongolia. About a 5 hour drive from Ulaanbataar and 35 kms up an unpaved road. The monks living in the housing to the right of the Monastery have keys and will open it up for you.
Shawn Loftis — Google review
Wonderful monastrey in a beautiful valley
Ian McG — Google review
Ryan off the beaten tracks. Absolutely NO-ONE was there, apart from farmers, cows and sheep. Nested in a beautiful valley. We loved it! A few houses / Gers at the bottom, so we were lucky to find a ger to sleep. Our 4 kids loved it!
Florence Koechlin — Google review
one of the peaceful place
Bayasgalan Odkhuu — Google review
Beautiful temple in a valley of mountains. Very secluded. Lovely scenery. Pay a small fee of 5000 mnt to go inside. Recommend making this a stop!
The Ulan-Ude Ethnographic Museum is an impressive outdoor museum featuring over 11,000 exhibits. It is located in the city square, where you can find the world's largest head of Vladimir Lenin monument, adding to the Soviet-themed center. You can reach the museum by taxi or minibus and it costs 200 rubles for entry. The large open exhibition includes reconstructed human habitats, a zoo, and on-site activities.
1) how to reach:
you could take a taxi from the center for 240 rubles or the minibus from the stop of Lenin's head (line 77 if I remember well, 15 rubles). Is 8 km far more or less.
2) cost:200 rubles
3) what to see
Is a large open exhibition that consists in human habitat re-building, a zoo, in site activity : for kids is a paradise for the others nature, mountain and beautiful panorama and walking in nature.
4) how much time you need:
15 min to reach the place and 1 hour there for walking.
I liked it, beautiful panorama in relaxing nature, alone, couple or family.
Damiano Pesce — Google review
Very educational museum set up as a beautiful park. Great place to walk around as adults and to bring children too. Only reason not 5 stars is because the little zoo is extremely depressing. Very small catches and poor animals. If you skip the animals the museum is AWESOME, but the animals are very depressing.
Polina Kapchits — Google review
I can only add to the same good reviews - great place to visit except the zoo - it broke my heart to see the tiger and bear in the cages, there is no need for that. Everything else is really great. That's why 4 stars
Vera Lambert — Google review
First of all, despite having paid full ticket price and half the display being closed, I think this museum gives good insight to the everyday life in Siberian towns. What I found shocking, cruel and utterly unacceptable was the little zoo part. Animals in very bad shape such as tigers, bears wolves and foxes (one of which had a deep injury in her nose) are kept in very tiny cages without any shade. I believe they should be set free or sent somewhere where they can be better treated.
Pedro Alves — Google review
When we visited (mid May) we were disappointed to see that a lot of the houses and reconstructions were closed. Most upsetting of all, however, were the animals on display, all kept in tiny pens. There were tigers, bears, foxes, wolves etc etc who were all clearly very distressed, mangey and bored from being kept in such small cages. I hope that one day soon these animals can be released into the wild or nature parks where they will have the space to roam free as wild animals should.
Matilda Belfield — Google review
Interesting place,but in April so cold here
Christina Aria — Google review
Very busy in weekends with nice weather. Anyway worth to visit
Marcin Ramotowski — Google review
Terrible exposition. If you had an opportunity to go to Talci near Irkutsk I recommend you to go there.
Pavel Anpin — Google review
Take the warm clothes. The wind is very cold and strong
Tamatabi 20190629
I am Traveller by bicycle.
I want to live in this town.
Because there are Opera House.
It is fantastic .and very fine.
I watch some concert today.400Rub.
You can buy tickets at entrance .
Good trip.
yajimatama — Google review
concert arranged by tour
it's interesting in Ulan-Ude to see a mix of cultures with Asian influence and Western, you can tell from their performance some are heavily influenced by Mongolians and some are influenced by other past countries of Russia.
Anyway beautiful roof.
SaM Wong — Google review
Nice theatre, worth a visit
Fanny Olsson — Google review
Only Opera in this town so if you want listen some Opera you are gonna visit it
An icon of the city of Ulan Ude, located in the main square. Q
Ivan Ceballos — Google review
This is getting a high rating for one purpose only... Where else in the world can you still see a huge head of Lenin across the street from fast food restaurants! What a paradox ;)
It was there 24+ years ago when I first visited and it's still there till today... So much has changed except Lenin's Head.
Zanjan Fromer — Google review
Huge head of Lenin
This is a huge head of Lenin monument instead of other cities which always spot the same Lenin statue pose.
The square is big and surrounded by old parliament buildings.
Notice the corner shop is tiny and sells that KBAC yeast drink that taste like fizzy soy sauce or Marmite.
SaM Wong — Google review
It's the main and the most popular monument in Ulan-Ude, it's a symbol, page of SU period of history. Huge and impressive.
Lyudmila Baglaeva — Google review
The big giant head, the sculpture of Lenin at the Russian square downtown Ulan Ude.
The weather could not be prettier, very warm and soothing.
Dean Prapanca — Google review
Very good statue of Lenin 22.06.2019
S P — Google review
Keep in mind the following: it is 1) the BIGGEST Lenin head in the world; 2) made in the GDR; 3) given a slightly Asian lineament; 4) the reason for the common invective for Buryat people in Russian
Hope this one helps you a little bit)
Links Lieger — Google review
Good statue, nice to stretch your legs and have a day of the train, if your doing the Trans-Siberian Railway.
Jamie Reeves — Google review
Biggest human head monument in the world. It's a so peaceful at morning
What a peaceful place with a breathtaking view of the city. The place is also perfect to see sunset. Bus 97 can take you there, very easy ride.
Ivan Ceballos — Google review
One of the best view of Ulan Ude from here. Monastery has few area of worship and history. Must visit when in Siberia . Would go back once again …
Lincoln I — Google review
Love here,I feel peace in it.
Mia Mia — Google review
(Translated by Google) The monastery houses the largest Buddha statue in Russia. Observation deck. Gazebos by year of birth (zodiac). A must visit place.
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В монастыре находится крупнейшая в России статуя Будды. Смотровая площадка. Беседки по году рождения (зодиак). Обязательное место посещению.
Алёна Дмитриева — Google review
(Translated by Google) Located north of Ulan-Udè nestled on the sides of a hill, it dominates the city with a 180 degree view. It is a place of worship, a Buddhist monastery suitable for meditation. A large bell is set off by the monks (and sometimes by tourists) to gather the faithful. Many prayer flags waving make the requests of believers rise to heaven.
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Situato a nord di Ulan-Udè adagiato sui fianchi di una collina, domina la città con una vista a 180 gradi. E' un luogo di culto, un monastero buddista atto alla meditazione. Una grossa campana viene azionata dai monaci (e a volte dai turisti) per chiamare a raccolta i fedeli. Molte le bandierine delle preghiere che sventolando fanno salire al cielo le richieste dei credenti.
Luciano B — Google review
(Translated by Google) Congratulations and wish you great happiness, unearthly love, great achievements and tireless striving for success on this wonderful Sagaalgan. May this year give you new hope and a new dream, may there be a lot of delicious dishes on the table all year, prosperity and joy in your home, and inspiration, a thrill of tenderness and the fire of kindness in your heart!
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Поздравляю и желаю в этот чудный Сагаалган большого счастья, неземной любви, великих свершений и неутомимых стремлений к успеху. Пусть этот год подарит новую надежду и новую мечту, пусть весь год на столе будет много вкусных блюд, в доме — достаток и радость, а в сердце — вдохновение, трепет нежности и огонь доброты!
Зоя Дигмелашвили — Google review
(Translated by Google) The view of the city is beautiful. Well, the datsan itself is nice.
(Original)
Вид на город красивый. Ну и сам дацан симпатичный.
Павел — Google review
(Translated by Google) One of the must visit places.
(Original)
Заавал очиж үзэх газрын нэг.
The first of its kind in Russia, this Buddhist temple was built in 1945 in a traditional style.
Accessing this place can be daunting as the only way is to travel by car from Ulan-Ude, but it is well worth the trip. Knowledgeable guides give tours regularly, and the view of the steppe is breathtaking.
Lance K — Google review
Mysterious yet calm place, really beautiful and full of relief. Amazing place with traditional food is next to Datsan
Anastacia Ponomareva — Google review
Beautiful, peaceful. Just one hour from Ulan-Ude.
Virginia Sanches Uieda — Google review
Rustic, Simple but rich in History as Joseph Stalin approved this first Monastery to be built
Glen Francis — Google review
Must-see in Buryatia!
Marcin Ramotowski — Google review
Ivolginskiy Datsan is heart of budism in Russia.
It is the first Datsan in Russia. If you in Ulan-ude or Irkutsk it's a must place to visit. If you don't speak Russian they have guides who speak English (British English)
Andrey Laz — Google review
Great datsan.
chatchai kamolmitr — Google review
Big impressive dazan which still kept its flair and aura despite quite some tourists
Ma — Google review
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село Верхняя Иволга, Ivolginskiy Datsan, Buryatia, Russia, 671050
Institut Solnechno-Zemnoy Fiziki So Ran, Baykal'skaya Astrofizicheskaya Observatoriya
Observatory
Museums
Specialty Museums
The Institut Solnechno-Zemnoy Fiziki So Ran, also known as Baykal'skaya Astrofizicheskaya Observatoriya, offers a stunning view of the incredibly picturesque Baikal Lake. The observatory provides an opportunity to witness the breathtaking beauty of this magnificent body of water.
can see very very beautiful baikal lake
山河統一 — Google review
The view at the top of the observatory is breathtakingly amazing! This alone worth the admission fee. Everything else was a bit boring and a little bit depressing to see the current state of once cutting edge scientific facility. No development since Soviet era!
Stairs to the top are very steep and obviously was not meant as a tourist attraction.
About the telescope - quoting the exhibitioner you can only view it twice in your lifetime, once with your right eye and once with your left eye. :) So yeah they don't allow you to look at the sun.
Artyom Semyonov — Google review
Better to check the time when you can visit. We've been there for nothing
GJ Park — Google review
Very good astrophysical instrument.
Dmitri Kolobov — Google review
Closed!
Fabian Gubler — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful observation deck, interesting excursion to the observatory. More for children, of course, but adults are also interested in hearing about the solar spectrum, etc. During the excursion, go up to the observation deck; in good weather, you can clearly see the mountains, surrounding areas, and Lake Baikal. Below you can see Listvyanka. Overall a good place. We recommend.
(Original)
Красивая смотровая площадка, интересная экскурсия в обсерватории. Больше для детей, конечно, но и взрослым интересно послушать про солнечный спектр и тд. Во время экскурсии поднимитесь на смотровую, в хорошую погоду хорошо видно горы, окрестности, и Байкал. Внизу можно разглядеть Листвянку. В общем, хорошее место. Рекомендуем.
Михаил Гончаров — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can get up the hill by car; cars are allowed into the territory if you are on an excursion. You can just take a walk there. 800 RUR top and bottom excursion, children 400 RUR. Friendly cashier
(Original)
Вверх по горке, можно на машине добраться, на территорию пускают авто, если на экскурсию. Можно просто там погулять. 800р верх и низ экскурсия, дети 400р. Приветливая кассирша
Алексей К — Google review
(Translated by Google) Be sure to visit! You can look at the Sun in all details! The lecturers are competent and educated people, it’s clear that they are doing their best! Well, the views that open from the observatory... They are simply mesmerizing! Definitely a visit!
(Original)
Обязательно посетите! Можно посмотреть на Солнце во всех подробностях! Лекторы - люди компетентные и образованные, видно, что стараются на совесть! Ну и виды, которые открываются с обсерватории... Они просто завораживают! Однозначно - посещать!
The animals at the Nerpinariy zoo are truly remarkable. Observing their high level of intelligence during the show is truly captivating. It is important to ensure that they are well cared for and have access to a larger pool for swimming. The show featuring these adorable and clever creatures leaves no doubt about their excellent treatment. Their impressive intellect is absolutely astounding. Located in a quaint village near a picturesque lake, visitors can book various excursions on the water from this charming location.
Great show with these unique cute and smart animals. I didn't feel like they're being treated badly or anything. Their intellect is really stunning.
Michal Poslušný — Google review
These animals are simply awesome. You realise how intelligent they are simply watching the show. I hope they are treated well and I also hope that they can enjoy a bigger pool than the one in which they usually swim.
Gabriele G — Google review
Small village just beside the lake. You can arrange all excursions on lake at this Village
Shahab Cheraghi — Google review
The shows was very nicely done!
Great place to visit. The show is 25-30 mins, so a perfect place to visit and doesn't take too much of our time.
The show itself was very well thought and prepared.
Really enjoyed it
Anna Armani — Google review
Save your time and money and go to okhorn island instead. This grotty little seal show, like all of Listvyanka, feels like it was built and maintained by a high school wood shop class. Unhappy seals in a miserable little pool. And outside, chunks of the boardwalk falling into the lake, rusting hulks used as piers for boats that are aspiring to be rusting hulks in a year or two. Dance music played everywhere, all the time, by everybody. People smoking cigarettes while smoking meat and fish on dirty barbecues made of rusty barrels under sagging coca-cola umbrellas. This is the absolute worst of this beautiful country, and the worst of its people. Surly and unfriendly, leering men with open shirts and medallions. Bedazzled denim everywhere. This is what you were worried Russia would be like, but not at all what the majority of it is. Avoid and go to any other part of the lake. Any.
Stephen Moss — Google review
After we learnt that the seals live the whole time in a small pool, it made us cry. The beginning of the show was cute but then it made us feel sick.
Serhii Tereshchenko — Google review
A bit small but the shows are nice and the seals seem to be well treated!
Jonathan Caron — Google review
Very cute for seal show the price ia 350 ruble in may 2015 that I travel. Too bad they don't allowed to vdo or photo the show.
The Retro Park, House Family Osipov near Lake Baikal is a must-see destination. This small studio on the family's property showcases the talents of a painter father and his son, who specializes in scrap metal sculptures. With an admission fee of 100rb, visitors are treated to not only a vast collection of old Soviet cars but also an assortment of incredible photography artifacts. The museum offers a unique and humorous experience that can't be found elsewhere.
Must see place if you are near Lake Baikal. A small studio on the family’s property. A father who is a painter, and his son which is a scrap metal sculptor. Well worth the 100rb admission. There is also a big collection of old Soviet cars.
Emil Foshaug — Google review
Nice job. A blast from the past. From old camera and antique cars to nice made scrap metal structures
tzaga man — Google review
A very different kind of place.. the skill of the sculptures were very high and there were a lot of retro gadgets which we were able to show our kids.. the paintings were also very nice but a bit pricy..
Uditha Piyasena — Google review
Must visit. Full of humor and creativity that you will not find anywhere else.. the museum also have a lot of incredible photography artifacts.. amazing experience and great place to shoot pictures and make someone jealous!
Yoad J.S. — Google review
They changed my life in (retro)perspective 🌻, Thank you both, 🙏🤗❤
Arend Wolven — Google review
Interesting park. The owners were very friendly and it was great to have a chat with them. Definitely worth a visit.
Anna Mozumdar — Google review
A very nice place to visit for those who prefer for retro materials. The creator of this place has a very good creativity
K.R.Niroshika Sandamali — Google review
(Translated by Google) Everything I saw in the retro park was a work of art. I liked the paintings on the walls with views of nature, but I was more impressed by the scrap metal products. How can you collect this to get such items. Two talented people, the Osipov brothers, live and work there. I wish the brothers health, happiness and prosperity of their talent. Let new works bring joy to people.
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Все что я увидела в ретро парке это произведение искусства. Понравились картины на стенах с видами природы, но меня больше впечатлили изделия из металлолома. Как можно это собрать, что бы получить такие предметы. Там живут и работают два талантливых человека братья Осиповы. Желаю братьям здоровья, счастья и процветания их таланта. Пусть новые работы приносят радость людям.
The small lakeside museum offers exhibits on the flora and fauna of the region, along with educational activities. Despite its size, the museum provides a clear description of Lake Baikal's features, history, plants, and animals. Visitors can also admire aquariums showcasing local fish and Baikal seals (nerpas). For an extra ticket fee, they can enjoy a fascinating virtual submarine experience. The museum is thoughtfully designed, and knowledgeable English-speaking guides create a lively atmosphere with their enthusiasm and jokes.
Interesting experience. The museum itself is not that big, but describes clearly baikal lake features, its history, flora and fauna. There are also nice aquariums where you can see local fish from the lake and nerpas (baikal seals). Also the virtual submarine experience (which is an extra ticket) is really cool and worthy experience. Also available in English.
Roberto Carenzi — Google review
A lovely museum but only 3 stars because most of the great exhibits were lost on me, being only written in Russian. I appreciate language complexities of tourists in this region - cant have everything in 5 languages!! The exhibits are really comprehensive and professional range of displays. The aquarium was a lovely surprise as was the virtual "submarine trip" - worth the extra fee
Vincent Oliver — Google review
Museum is very well designed and English speaking guide was well prepared. She was talking with enthusiasm and jokingly, which added great atmosphere. There was “yellow submarine” with movie screens around us, which was also cool. Wet collection as well as living one were great, nerpas especially :)
Marta Jarosińska — Google review
great museum to learn more about lake baikal.
tourist influx around 12pm
Alot of tourists and their guides
entry is 310rub, there is a lot of russian text, and little english, recommend using a translator app.
there are also other exhibits upstairs and an aquarium with part english descriptions, which make the 310 worth its while.
toilets are available too.
But beware the tourist groups
Jinn — Google review
Not much to see. The exposition is a combination of screens with bronze monuments standing aside. The only part that we liked was a short lecture (in Russian) with a microscope. The place is crowded by Chinese tourists that seem to get the vibe. My picture shows one of the exhibitions. Most of the content is unavailable for a non-Russian speaker.
Serhii Tereshchenko — Google review
Very informative museum about lake baikal...make you understand more about the geography, animals and environment.
Prathan Trichakraphop — Google review
Good
梁信得 — Google review
An hour is enough to see everything. Nice place 👍🏽
Open-air museum celebrating Siberian architecture with wooden buildings in a reconstructed village.
We visited this place in May 2023, and it was early spring. This is a beautiful place with many trees and nearby a lake. We can see intricately crafted wooden architectures of offices, soldier’s quarters, barracks, church & schools. This is an interesting place to visit and we can learn many things here.
Rahmah Ramli — Google review
It's reliving in the 17th century. It's lovely, the historical buildings are being well preserved.
Innocent Joseph — Google review
Very nice place, but be sure to take a guide!
All the houses are well preserved and some even have life-like mannequins inside which really helps to paint a picture of how these people lived. As an added bonus, there's brilliant views of the magnificent Angara river from some spots. Definitely a place to visit if you're in Irkutsk.
Sauryadeep Pal — Google review
Very interesting place. Highly recommend to visit.
Kirill Sidorenko — Google review
A very beautiful place and organized in a wonderful way. I advise you to visit it
Eslam Oun Elhawary — Google review
Wood work place but outdoor in the cold!
Did not know what this place was about, since it was all outdoors.
it's a museum to show woodwork of past village architectures, how they build houses purely from wood. How they cook, take saunas, go to church, defend the fort, go to toilet...
Didn't expect it to snow in May, but it did, that's Siberia for you.
The place is right next to the river part of the lake.
That was an opportunity for vendors to sell us Birch tree juice and snacks.
SaM Wong — Google review
Beautiful and large museum of wooden architecture and houses. It's lovely to wander around, but many of the houses have exhibits inside. Especially loved the school room with the teacher's accommodation and the ostrog fort which was what was originally the style of settlements that first appeared as the Russians migrated east.
A D — Google review
Amazing to visit in winter (November) as the only other visitor was a brave bribe to be and her photographer.
Some houses come from fairy tales, but when driving around, we realise that the actual houses of today people can look very similar.
Guiwald Doh — Google review
Very well-preserved ancient village in Siberia from the 17th and 18th century. Many original wooden buildings, some new ones and some in the process of being reconstructed. Definitely a must-see!
Thilo Schüller — Google review
A great morning in glorious sunshine exploring this large open-air museum, depicting the lives of the early settlers to Siberia. It preserves four historical and culture zones of the Russians, Buryat, Evenk and Tofalar. The "Volost Village" recreates a typical admin centre. Two marvels of the wooden architecture are the Spasskaya gateway tower and the Kazan Church. We had a tasty 4 course meal in the small restaurant, organised with our tour.
Vincent Oliver — Google review
Great place! You can learn a lot abt Siberian life in the last centuries. Lovely guides. Best time to visit is during the maslenitsa feast in late february/ beginning march.
Axel Fleischer — Google review
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47-й км, Baykal'skiy Trakt, Иркутск, Irkutsk Oblast, Russia, 664003