Mongolia Guide

Events & Culture

Ongoing and upcoming events

Ongoing

Dundgovi Province Museum

The Dundgovi Province Museum traces its origins to February 5, 1949, when the Provincial Executive Committee issued Resolution No. 38 to establish a "Local Studies Cabinet." In May 1949, the cabinet officially opened in a single room of the provincial club, featuring more than 20 exhibits, primarily consisting of local mineral samples. Today, the museum preserves and showcases the rich history, culture, ethnography, natural heritage, paleontology, and archaeological treasures of Dundgovi Province. Admission Fees: Adults: 5,000 MNT; Children: 2,000 MNT

Venue:
Dundgovi Province Museum
Price:
Adults: 5,000 MNT; Children: 2,000 MNT
Bogd Khaan Palace MuseumOngoing

Bogd Khaan Palace Museum

The Bogd Khaan Palace Museum is a museum complex located within the Green Palace of the VIII Bogd Javzandamba Khutagt, the last king and spiritual leader of Mongolia. It is one of Mongolia’s oldest museums and is renowned for its extensive and valuable collection of historical and cultural artifacts. The museum offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the life, legacy, and treasures of Mongolia’s last monarch, as well as the rich history and cultural heritage of the country. Admission Fees: Adults: 15,000 MNT; Senior Citizens: 8,000 MNT; Students: 5,000 MNT; Photography Fee: 50,000 MNT

Venue:
Bogd Khaan Palace Museum
Price:
Adults: 15,000 MNT; Senior Citizens: 8,000 MNT; Students: 5,000 MNT; Photography Fee: 50,000 MNT
Ongoing

Orkhon Province Museum

The Orkhon Province Museum was first established in 1983 in the residence of the settlement pioneers, opening with approximately 300 exhibits that primarily showcased the friendship and development of Erdenet City. Today, the museum houses 1,760 exhibits across 1,284 cataloged collections. Its exhibitions are organized into five main halls: Ethnography Natural History Fine Arts History of Erdenet Special Exhibitions The museum serves as an important cultural institution, preserving and presenting the history, heritage, and development of Orkhon Province and Erdenet City. Admission Fees: Adults: 5,000 MNT; Soldiers and Students: 3,000 MNT; Family Ticket: 7,000 MNT

Venue:
Orkhon Province Museum
Price:
Adults: 5,000 MNT; Soldiers and Students: 3,000 MNT; Family Ticket: 7,000 MNT
Mongolian National Art GalleryOngoing

Mongolian National Art Gallery

The Mongolian National Art Gallery is a state cultural institution established in 1991 with the mission of introducing contemporary visual arts to the public and providing aesthetic and artistic education through exhibitions and cultural programs. The gallery showcases a diverse collection of modern and contemporary Mongolian artworks, including paintings, sculptures, graphic arts, and other forms of visual expression. It plays a significant role in promoting Mongolian artists and fostering public appreciation of the visual arts. Admission Fees: Adults: 10,000 MNT; Students: 5,000 MNT

Venue:
Mонголын Уран зургийн галерей
Price:
Adults: 10,000 MNT; Students: 5,000 MNT
Ongoing

Bulgan Province Museum

The Bulgan Province Museum was established following Resolution No. 272 of the Council of Ministers of the Mongolian People’s Republic, issued on July 21, 1965, which approved the creation of a branch museum in the historic building it occupies today. The museum building is a distinctive brick structure featuring a gray tiled roof and a unique architectural design that blends both Asian and European styles. Further development of the museum was supported by Resolution No. 184 of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Mongolian People’s Revolutionary Party, issued on June 29, 1966. Today, the museum preserves and showcases the historical, cultural, and natural heritage of Bulgan Province through its collections and exhibitions. Admission Fees: Adults: 5,000 MNT; Students: 2,500 MNT; Professional Photography: 15,000 MNT; Video Recording (up to 10 minutes): 40,000 MNT

Venue:
Булган аймгийн музей
Price:
Adults: 5,000 MNT; Students: 2,500 MNT; Professional Photography: 15,000 MNT; Video Recording (up to 10 minutes): 40,000 MNT
Gobi Noyon Khutagt Danzanravjaa Museum (Dornogovi Province)Ongoing

Gobi Noyon Khutagt Danzanravjaa Museum (Dornogovi Province)

The Gobi Noyon Khutagt Danzanravjaa Museum was established in 1991 in Sainshand, Dornogovi Province, to honor the life and legacy of Danzanravjaa, one of Mongolia’s most influential cultural and spiritual figures of the 19th century.

Venue:
Gobi Noyon Khutagt Danzanravjaa Museum (Dornogovi Province)
Ongoing

Borjigin Heritage Museum (Govisümber Province)

The Borjigin Heritage Museum serves as a cultural and educational center dedicated to preserving, promoting, and educating the public about the rich heritage of the Borjigin people. Its mission is to raise awareness of Borjigin history, traditions, customs, and cultural values while making this heritage accessible to a wide audience. The museum functions not only as an exhibition space but also as a center for research, education, and cultural outreach. Through various programs, studies, and public activities, it helps preserve and pass on the unique legacy of the Borjigin lineage to future generations. Admission Fees: Adults: 2,000 MNT; Family Ticket: 5,000 MNT; Students: 1,000 MNT

Venue:
Borjigin Heritage Museum (Govisümber Province)
Price:
Adults: 2,000 MNT; Family Ticket: 5,000 MNT; Students: 1,000 MNT
Choijin Lama Temple MuseumOngoing

Choijin Lama Temple Museum

The Choijin Lama Temple Museum is one of the few remaining historical and religious architectural complexes in Ulaanbaatar. It stands as an important monument to Mongolia’s history, religion, and cultural heritage. Originally built in the early 20th century, the temple complex is renowned for its unique Buddhist architecture, exquisite artwork, religious artifacts, and sacred ceremonial objects. Today, it serves as a museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing Mongolia’s rich spiritual and cultural traditions. Visitors can explore beautifully decorated temples, intricate wood carvings, thangka paintings, masks used in religious dances, and many other priceless treasures that reflect the artistry and beliefs of the Mongolian people. Admission Fees: Adults: 15,000 MNT; Students: 8,000 MNT; Senior Citizens: 6,000 MNT; Photography (Amateur): 50,000 MNT; Photography (Professional): 200,000 MNT

Venue:
Choijin Lama Temple Museum
Price:
Adults: 15,000 MNT; Students: 8,000 MNT; Senior Citizens: 6,000 MNT; Photography (Amateur): 50,000 MNT; Photography (Professional): 200,000 MNT