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What to do and see in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia: The Best Free Things to do
Located in the northern part of the country, high above sea level, Ulan Bator is the coldest capital city in the world. The cultural and business center of Mongolia, and a hub connecting the Trans-Siberian Railway with the Chinese rail system, Ulan Bator has become a thriving urban center in one of the most remote locations in the world. Visit the Tibetan-style Gandan Monastery, one of the few buildings in Ulan Bator to predate WWII and one of the few monasteries to survive the Soviet purge.
Restaurants in Ulaanbaatar
1. Mary & Martha Mongolia
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5.0 based on 236 reviews
Fair & Ethicalr - supporting about 150 Mongolian & ethnic Kazakh artisans from all over Mongolia. From the most simple product to the most high end QUALITY is key. Artisans and Mary & Martha make a sustainable living and customers buy quality, useful products at reasonable prices. We are the only shop that buys all its products before we sell because we want to be fair to artisans and we believe in the products - all other shops pay artisans if their products sell. New branch in Orgil at the Terelj turn on the Nalaikh highway.
Reviewed By limweichi - Melbourne, Australia
There are quality, fairly-priced souvenirs both large and small, all skilfully handcrafted by local artisans, so by purchasing their goods, you are really helping to support and empower the local community. I left with a stunningly elegant bag made by a Kazakh artisan and a gorgeously colourful zip pouch upcycled from decorative wall hangings. I also had the most wonderful conversation with the founder/owner Irene and learned a lot from her, and found the rest of the staff all very beautiful and kind. My visit to Mary & Martha truly left a smile on my face, and I could not recommend them highly enough.
2. Galleria Souvenir Store
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
Mongolia is best known for its traditional handmade genuine leather goods along with other handmade supplies such as leather handbags, belts and felts. Please visit us and taste the uniqueness of our handmade crafts in our beautiful souvenir store in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
3. Mongolian Quilting Centre
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Sells handmade quilts produced by low-income families. The money earned here goes to the New Life NGO, which directly supports the women who produce the quilts.
4. Galleria Ulaanbaatar
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5.0 based on 89 reviews
Galleria Ulaanbaatar, located right in the heart of the city next to the main square, is an ideal place for experiencing Mongolia all at once. The largest cashmere store, a souvenir shop and restaurants with excellent food and fantastic view await you.
Reviewed By saruulo2020
Organized for the Valentine's Day - How to Make Your Marriage Love Most Creative? I liked the race very much. Goyol loves to serve cashmere, Little sheep hot pot, caffe bene and Galleria souvener and is happy to have a friendly environment with friendly staff. Good luck in your work. May it have more customers
5. 976 Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
976 Art Gallery is the most known contemporary art gallery in Ulaanbaatar city. Since its establishment in 2012, the gallery has been attracting visitors with its high quality exhibitions, events and open discussions organized regularly. Gallery moved twice improving locations and conditions; now it is located in prestigious business area of Ulaanbaatar city - in the first floor of Choijin Suite Building at Jamyan Gun street and changed its name into Art Space 976+, because of the start of new cooperation with Alaqai and Mathias Kuper Galleries. Space includes (1) Exhibition hall and (2) Artworks Stock. All staffs speak Mongolian, English and Russian.
6. Holy Trinity Orthodox Church
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By dnaleciz - Moreno Valley, United States
Wandering around Ulaanbaatar in the cold, I stumbled upon this very beautiful white building called the Holy Trinity Church. The Holy Trinity Church is a Russian Orthodox church situated on Zhukova street, 55 - a, in Bayanzurkh District. Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This Church is the only Russian Orthodox Church in Ulaanbaatar. It is built in the Cross-in-square Russian Revival Style of architectural buildings. Large windows and gold dome and roof are several of the outstanding features displayed by this church. This particular church can trace it roots back to the 1860 and over the years has seen numerous changes. On 22 March 1864 the first priest offered a religious service. This date is considered the beginning of the Holy Trinity parish of Russian Orthodox Church in Mongolia. The church lost it priest in 1867 and the facility was closed. The original Church building was demolished during the 1930s. In 1991 the Russian Orthodox Church was reestablished and the present day building was begun. Construction began in 2005 and lasted until 2009. I had the opportunity to meet one of the priest at this Church and was allowed to visit the interior of the church. Beautiful interior decorated with religious icons and frescos. Extremely peaceful and and solemn. The Holy Trinity Orthodox Church holds services on Saturday and Sunday. It is not a must visit site, but if you are in the area, I would recommend a visit.
7. Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By dnaleciz - Moreno Valley, United States
As one proceeds down Peace Avenue and transitions to AH3 heading for Tov Providence one finds this large red compound with an impressive red brick building that looks like a stone yurt with its circular tent shape and wall of thick felt. A small gold cross adorns the roof of the building. This facility is The Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Church in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. the building was designed by Serbian architect Predak Stupar and consecrated in 2003 by Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe. The cathedral has 36 semicircular windows and a window in the skylight. They were added by 2005, and were part of a project undertaken by Brother Mark. The windows depict the four evangelists in their symbolic forms: an eagle, an angel, a yak and a snow leopard. The latter two are the local reinterpretations of traditional Christian iconography, which replace the traditional winged bull and a winged lion. It should be noted that there are only about 300 Roman Catholics in the entire county of Mongolia who are served by three churches from the capital city of Ulaanbaatar. The church runs a kindergarten school, English classes, a technical school, soup kitchens, two farms and a care center for 125 disabled children. The Verbist Center has also taken in 120 homeless street children who had previously been living in the city sewer system. The front doors to the church are secured and egress is accomplish by a side door. The interior of the church is painted white with traditional catholic pictures adorning the wall. Pews are made out of wood. A very somber and spiritual place well worth the visit. Two Catholic mass services are conducted each Sunday in Mongolian and English.
8. Free Ulaanbaatar Tour
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Meeting point: National History Museum Meeting time: 19.00 Everyday except Sunday! The English language sightseeing walking tour of Mongolia’s capital, organized by a non-profit organization. Just arrived in UB? Lived here for a long time without knowing its’ history? Visiting Mongolia for a short time? FINE. All works. The “Free UB Tour” expects its guests once a day every day (except Sunday). We do 2 hours tour starting at the “National Museum of Mongolian History”, ending at the heart of the Ulaanbaatar city. Every tour is both fun and educational, the perfect introduction to the city and to your ‘Discover Mongolia’ project. In order to become one of the UB Walkers you should register yourself at our website! Make sure to let us hear you more about your group. See, listen, walk and enjoy... We look forward to having you! :) PAYMENT AT: PayPal.Me/munkhmaral
9. Dashchoilin Monastery
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Gurgi89
We stumbled on this monastery when exploring the area around the University. Quiet plaza in the center of several ger style temples. There's an antique gift/religious shop nearby.
10. Aryabal Meditation Temple
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