City: Ulaanbaatar
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Top 10 Monuments & Statues in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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.
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1. Genghis Khan Statue Complex
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4.5 based on 1,550 reviews
Chinggis Khaan Statute complex is situated 54 km from Ulaanbaatar City, with the view of beautiful natural scenery on the bank of the Tuul River, a historical place where Chinggis khan’s golden whip was found. Today, for a memory of the man of the millennium, a 40 meters high stainless steel statue of Chinggis Khaan on a horseback is the largest among the statues in the world. Inside the statue we operate a restaurant, souvenir shop, two museums and conference hall. Visitors can go up the statue using the elevator or the stairs to the head of the horse where they can have a panoramic view of the beautiful landscape.
Reviewed By Rarisang - Melbourne, Australia
We observed many statues in Mongolia, many of Genghis Khan and our guide from Juulchin Tours said they are very popular and more are built every year. This one is certainly impressive - massive on a hillside- glinting in the sun. It really dominates the landscape. We walked up the broken steps to the statue entrance and into a huge lobby with a striking enormous leather Mongolian boot. We went to the basement to look through exhibits of the evolution of gers from ancient times to now and the role of prized large Mongolian dogs - especially in the north to scare off wolves in winter. Then we watched an old video made before the statue was finally completed. Next it was up in a lift to the third floor and walk up narrow stairs before reaching the final steps to the top of the horse's head and a fantastic view across the landscape. Our guide took us there about 10.00am on a sunny autumn morning before the bus loads of tourists arrive and queues develop.
2. Genghis Khan Square
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4.0 based on 889 reviews
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
Staying at a nearby hotel I don't know how many times I crossed this square, which definitely marks the center of Ulaanbaatar. Talking about it, one hears two different names for it: Genghis Khan Square or Sükhbaatar Square (which should be the official name again since 2016). Often the flagstone covered place is quite empty, just some individuals crossing it from one side to the other, but there are also some people, who sit down on one of the benches between flowerbeds, which surround the equestrian bronze statue of Damdin Sükhbaatar, the 'Father of the Mongolian Revolution', who died at age 30 in 1923. Action, like wedding ceremonies, can sometimes be seen on the square's north side, in front of the Government Palace's colonnade with the statue of Ghengis Khan in the center, flanked by the one's of his successors Ögedei Khan and Kublai Khan. Interesting on the eastern side of th square are the Central Cultural Palace, the State Ballet and Opera House and the Central Tower skyscraper. Some buildings are traditional, some completely modern like the sail shaped Blue Sky Tower on the south side. On the west are the Central Post Office and the Stock Exchange building among others. At night everything is attractively lit up.
3. Zaisan Memorial
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4.0 based on 460 reviews
Reviewed By AMNYC1988 - New York City, United States
Worth the climb up many steps to see the spectacular view of the surrounding city, it is very different day from nighttime view
4. Sanjaasurengiin Zorig Statue
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By dnaleciz - Moreno Valley, United States
Situated in the park just across the street from the Central Post Office is a statue dedicated to a fallen Mongolian leader. The bronze and concrete statue was designed by sculptor B.Denzen in memory of the leader of the 1990 Democratic Revolution, Sanjaasurengiin Zorig (1962-1998). It was unveiled shortly after his tragic death in 1998. While serving as a Member of Parliament and Minister of Infrastructure Development, S. Zorig was assassinated on October 2, 1998. His assassin has never been captured. A large billboard stands behind the statue and provides information about this individual and his life. Even in winter, the Mongolian people bring flowers to his statue. During my short visit to this statue, I counted 4 bunches of flowers on the pedestal of his statue. That is true respect by people who now have his dream in hand - "Freedom & Democracy." This is only one of hundreds of statues located throughout Ulaanbaatar, but it is one of the most significant statues which truly resents the Mongolian spirit, It is a statue worthy of a visiting, just to show respect for a fallen Mongolian leader who dreamed of freedom and democracy for his country.
5. Statue of Marco Polo
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4.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By Pippa354 - Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
Our guide astounded us with her knowledge of Marco Polo and his statesman ship making people aware of the Mongolia and actually spending 17 years in the country between trips. Very interesting.
6. Silk Road Complex Monument [Migration]
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4.0 based on 50 reviews
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Reviewed By Global768312 - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
I see this park/monument from the windows of my office everyday. I walked amongst the statues, they are huge! Well worth taking photos of!
7. Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal Statue
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4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 688danm - Mongolia, null
This amazing statue shows a former Communist Leader of Mongolia sitting on a bench. He looks like a real man, only bigger. In case you need directions to find this National Treasure, be advised that he sits immediately east of the Chinggis Irish Pub. You can see him from the window if it is too cold or polluted to wander outside. Having said that, I particularly enjoy looking at this big guy in winter when he wears a mantle of fresh snow. He is equally attractive on a summer evening, silhouetted against the western sky. Definitely an attraction not to be missed!
8. Balingiin Tserendorj Statue
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3.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By HubBubba - New York City, United States
I saw the statue go from design to installation, so I offer a biased view of the piece. It was designed by the same architect who designed the Ikh Delguur, B. Dambiinyam. His design was much more engaging than the somewhat severe-looking final version presented by the sculptor. The sculpture represents a most fascinating Mongolian leader who lived and worked during an immensely challenging time in Mongolia's history. Perhaps it would be more meaningful to read about the man and the history. A good place to start is the Wikipedia page for Balingiin Tserendorj.
9. Khorloogin Choibalsan Statue
10. Monument to "Come Along My Little Buddy" Song
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3.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By dnaleciz - Moreno Valley, United States
In front of the Children's Palace is the Monument to "Come Along My Little Buddy" Song. This bronze monument is not dedicated to a dead politician or war hero but to the spirit of children just wanting to have fun. The monument reflects 3 children holding hands with a balloon and toys in the area. Just kids having a good time. The monument was created in 2011 to pay tribute to a children's song ("Maanuu Naash Ir'' / "Come Along My Little Buddy") which was written and composed in 1956 by Mongolian songwriter, B.Luvsansharav. Sixty four years after the release of the song, it still remains popular with Mongolians. During my short visit to this monument on a dark cold snowy November day, my spirit was lifted just think of these children having fun. A must visit site if even for a few minutes.
