[2025 Ulaanbaatar ] Travel Guide for Sukhbaatar Square (Updated Jul)

The area around Sukhbaatar Square, depicted as the center of Barka's capital city of Khudan, is a sacred place in the drama "VIVANT"⭐️ - GFL Company, where Ali is the president - National Opera and Ballet Theater, where Drum installed a wiretap in Nogi's shoe - The street where he rode through the traffic jam in Khudan - Murudel Company, run by Nokol Nearby, there is also a Yoshinoya restaurant where you can eat mutton beef bowls, which was frequented by the location crew😋 (I've posted about it separately❤️) The sail-shaped Blue Sky Hotel & Tower, which has been shown many times in the drama, catches your eye even from a distance✨ The National Drama Theater, which appears as the Barka International Bank, is a separate building from the red building near GFL Company, and is located a short walk south. The key to the National Opera and Ballet Theatre is the side streets♪ It's a small area that you can walk around easily, so it's recommended for VIVANT fans😊 #Mongolia #Ulaanbaatar #VIVANT #Sukhbaatar Square #Visiting VIVANT filming locations #100TravelStyles #Park2024

In-depth exploration of the core of Mongolian culture | Recommended routes for 6 major cultural landmarks in Ulaanbaatar in one day📍 🌄 Morning itinerary 📍 1. Gandan Monastery Departure time: 08:30 from the hotel The largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Mongolia, the temple enshrines a 26.5-meter-high bronze statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva, which is one of the tallest indoor Buddha statues in the world. The "wishing column" in the temple is said to bring good luck, and tourists often line up to touch it for blessings. The square in front of the temple is full of pigeons, which is a classic photo-taking spot. Tickets: 20,000 MNT (about ¥40) Pigeon feed: 5,000 MNT/3 bags (about ¥10) 📍 2. Sukhbaatar Square Time: around 10:00 The central square of Ulaanbaatar is the political and cultural center of Mongolia. Don’t forget to check in and take photos at the center of the city The square is not big, you can take photos while walking, and walk to the next attraction. 📍 3. Choijin Lama Temple Time: 11:00 Arrival Located behind the Blue Sky Building, the building is exquisite and has a typical Tibetan Buddhist style. The main temple enshrines the 18th-century gilded Sakyamuni Buddha, and the embalmed remains of the monk Baldanchoimbolon are also on display. The visit takes about 1 hour. There are many restaurants around, and you can have lunch nearby. Tickets: 15,000 MNT (about ¥30) ☀ Afternoon itinerary 📍 4. Chinggis Khaan National Museum Time: 13:00 – 15:30 There are 9 floors in total, 8 floors are currently open Tickets: 45,000 MNT (about ¥90) Treasures of the town: 🐎 A 13th-century saddle made of real horse teeth, the only one in the world 👑 A 7th-century pure gold crown worn by Bilige Khan 💎 A 3rd-century BC jade plaque buried with the Hun king 📍5. Bogd Khaan Palace Museum Time: about 15:45 – 16:45 The winter palace of the last Mongolian emperor, with 8,600 exhibits, including royal daily necessities, art collections and animal specimens. Highlights: The luxurious yurt made of 170 snow leopard skins is unique in the world. Tickets: 15,000 MNT (about ¥30) Opposite the museum is the flagship store of the Mongolian cashmere brand "Evseg", which is as famous as GOBI. You can buy cashmere products on the way. 📍 6. Zaisan Memorial If time permits, you can climb to the top of Zaisan Mountain and overlook the entire Ulaanbaatar city. Dusk is especially suitable for taking pictures. 💡 Tips Most temples and museums prohibit taking pictures. If you need to take pictures, please purchase a photo ticket [Follow Lao Shen, you won’t get lost in Mongolia]

🚆 Starting from Erenhot City in Xilin Gol League, crossing the border to Zamyn-Üüd, a border city in Mongolia, then taking the train from Zamyn-Üüd to Ulaanbaatar is a classic travel route for many visitors longing to visit Ulaanbaatar. 🚙 Since you’ve crossed the border, it’s a pity to only visit Ulaanbaatar. From Zamyn-Üüd to Ulaanbaatar, the southern and eastern regions of Mongolia, with their endless grasslands, vast forests, sacred temples, and ancient historical sites, are all worth stopping to explore. Self-driving is highly recommended! 🥳 With the May Day holiday approaching, let’s drive across the border, visit Mongolia, enjoy the scenery, taste the food, and appreciate the culture! Please save this 8-day travel guide! ✅【Recommended Detailed Itinerary】 Day 1️⃣ From all over the country → Erenhot Erenhot City in Xilin Gol League has the largest land port between China and Mongolia—the Erenhot Port. It’s best to start your self-driving trip here. After arriving in Erenhot, check into a hotel, enjoy some local food, and rest before setting off. 🏡 Accommodation Guide: There are many hotels, inns, and guesthouses near the National Gate Scenic Area, South Bus Station, and Dinosaur Square near Erenhot Station. 🥢 Food Guide: Must-try Xilin Gol lamb (whole roasted lamb, hand-held lamb, lamb skewers); dairy products (cheese, milk tea, milk tofu); Mongolian fried rice, cold mixed sand onions, etc. Day 2️⃣ Erenhot → Zamyn-Üüd → Sainshand After breakfast at the hotel, head to the road border to complete exit formalities, drive out of China, enter Mongolia at Zamyn-Üüd border, complete entry formalities, arrive at Zamyn-Üüd, then proceed to Sainshand City (capital of Dornogovi Province). 📸 Recommended check-in spots: 【Khamar Monastery】—【Eye of God】—【Energy Mountain】—dinner—stay overnight at a local hotel in Sainshand. ❤️ Friendly reminder: When visiting temples, please remove hats, do not touch artifacts, and avoid loud noises. Day 3️⃣ Sainshand → Terelj After breakfast, drive to a nature reserve in the Khentii Mountains, 【Terelj National Park】—check in at 【Turtle Rock】 to admire the strange rock formations. On the way, you will pass through 【Choir】 in Dundgovi Province, where you can have lunch. Next, visit the 【Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue】 in Erdenet County. Arrive at 【Terelj National Park】 in the evening, enjoy stone-grilled meat for dinner, and stay overnight in a Mongolian yurt. Day 4️⃣ Terelj → Ondorkhaan After breakfast, get ready and head to the capital of Khentii Province, 【Ondorkhaan】, now named Genghis Khan City. In the afternoon, visit the 【Lin Biao Plane Crash Site】 to remember history, then arrive at 【Ondorkhaan】, have dinner locally, and stay at a hotel. Day 5️⃣ Ondorkhaan → Ulaanbaatar After breakfast, drive to 【Ulaanbaatar】, have lunch, check into the hotel, then visit Ulaanbaatar city center’s 【Sukhbaatar Square】—climb 【Zaisan Hill】 to overlook Ulaanbaatar—【Zaisan Memorial】—【Genghis Khan Museum】. After dinner, return to the hotel to rest. Day 6️⃣ Ulaanbaatar After breakfast, continue exploring Ulaanbaatar by visiting 【Gandan Monastery】—【Bogd Khan Museum】. After lunch, you can shop at the 【Mongolian State Department Store】. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Mongolian ethnic performance at the 【Ulaanbaatar State Opera and Ballet Theatre】, then admire the night view of Ulaanbaatar. Day 7️⃣ Ulaanbaatar → Sainshand After breakfast, drive back to 【Sainshand】. On the way, you can visit any missed attractions or revisit favorite spots. Stay overnight at a hotel in Sainshand. Day 8️⃣ Sainshand → Zamyn-Üüd → Erenhot After breakfast, head to Zamyn-Üüd border, clear customs, re-enter Erenhot, rest here for one night, and return the next day. ❤️ Friendly reminder: If you have more time, you can continue self-driving to explore other banners and counties in Xilin Gol League. 📌Tips: 1. Please apply for an e-visa in advance before crossing the border and bring your passport on the day of departure. 2. An off-road vehicle is recommended for self-driving. 3. The grasslands have large temperature differences between day and night; prepare long sleeves, long pants, sun protection, insect repellent, rain gear, etc. 4. Mongolia’s voltage is 220V; bring a power adapter. 5. Respect local ethnic customs and protect the grassland environment. - 🚗 Mongolia is one of the countries with the longest sunshine hours in the world. This trip not only lets you enjoy the much-anticipated “Ulaanbaatar nights” but also lets you freely gallop across the grasslands, ☀️ watch the beautiful sunrise on the eastern grasslands, the “place where the sun rises,” and check in at scenic spots along the way to experience exotic charm. 👉 This May Day, why not cross the border and visit Mongolia? Let’s go! -

🏢Attraction name: Chinggis Khaan National Museum 📍Attraction address: Sambuu St Huvisgalchdiin urgun chuluu, CHD - 4 khoroo, Ulaanbaatar 15141 🚗 Transportation to attractions: If you live near Sukhbaatar Square, you can walk there 👍 Must-see attractions: Great Khan Palace, 9th floor exhibition hall of Genghis Khan National Museum 💰 Average consumption per person: Tickets are 30,000 Mongolian tu, about 60 yuan, special exhibition Great Khan Palace is 20,000 Mongolian tu, and tickets + Great Khan Palace are 45,000 Mongolian tu if purchased together 📷 Photography and videography: No photography is allowed in the museum, but you can take photos after purchasing a photography ticket, which costs 50,000 Mongolian tu 💗 Other tips: The exhibition hall only provides Mongolian and English explanations, and the fee is 100,000 Mongolian tu, about 200 yuan (1-9 people). My wife is a professional gold medal double-certificate Chinese tour guide in Mongolia. Friends who need Chinese explanations can contact me. The huge portrait of Genghis Khan in the exhibition hall was made by GOBI, a famous cashmere manufacturer in Mongolia, and donated to the Genghis Khan National Museum. The same small-sized cashmere scarves are sold in the museum's souvenir shop. The smallest size is 250,000 Mongolian tu per piece, about 500 yuan. 🏛 Museum Overview: Construction started in 2020 on the site of the former Natural History Museum and officially opened to the public in October 2022 The museum is nine stories high and has an exhibition area of ​​about 10,200 square meters. It integrates exhibition halls, libraries, laboratories, conference halls, cafes and souvenir shops The museum has a total of 8 theme exhibition halls, located from 3 to 9 1 floor, covering Mongolian history from the Bronze Age to the 20th century 3rd floor: Ancient Mongolian Empire (such as Xiongnu, Xianbei, etc.) 4th floor: Ancient nomadic empire (Turks, Uighurs, etc.) 5th floor: The Great Mongolian Empire period, exhibiting cultural relics from the Genghis Khan era, such as statues, seals, clothing, etc. 6th floor: Collections of nobles from the Mongolian Khanate and Yuan Dynasty (porcelain, bronze mirrors, etc.) 7th floor: The period of descendants of Mongolian nobles, displaying manuscripts, armor, flags, etc. 9th floor: Palace of the Great Khan; Golden Statue of Genghis Khan Collection scale: more than 10,000 cultural relics are exhibited, with originals accounting for more than 93%, comprehensively and three-dimensionally displaying the history and culture of nomadic peoples such as Xiongnu, Khitan and Mongolia. Treasures of the town: 1. Saddle: A saddle from the 13th century AD. This saddle is unique in the world and is made of real horse teeth. The superb craftsmanship and talent of the blacksmiths in the 13th century can be seen. 2. The 7th century pure gold crown in the park: The pure gold crown worn by Bilige Khan was recognized as an "unparalleled precious cultural relic" by the Mongolian government in 2003. 3. The jade mirror from the 3rd to 2nd century BC is well preserved. This jade mirror was a burial object of the Xiongnu king and is the largest and only white jade mirror unearthed in Mongolia. It took about three hours to visit the Genghis Khan National Museum. I have to say that this museum is very well built. In addition to more than 10,000 precious collections, it is also equipped with world-class hardware facilities and technology. It is worth a visit. [Follow Lao Shen, Mongolia 🇲🇳 will not get lost. Originality is not easy. Please like and support it. Thank you]

Sukhbaatar Square, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 🏢Attraction name: Sukhbaatar Square, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 📍Attraction address: WW99+J27, SBD - 6 khoroo, Ulaanbaatar 14201 🚗Attraction transportation: The city center, well connected 👍Must-see attractions: Genghis Khan statue, Sukhbaatar statue, Ulaanbaatar city center 🎟Ticket related: Free admission 🕰️Business hours: Open 24 hours a day 💗Other tips: Sukhbaatar Square (also known as Genghis Khan Square) is the central square of Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, and is one of the most important cultural, historical and political landmarks in Mongolia. Sukhbaatar Square was named in memory of Damuddin Sukhbaatar, the leader of the Mongolian Revolution in 1921. In 2013, it was officially renamed Genghis Khan Square and restored to its original name in 2017. In the center of the square stands the equestrian statue of Damudin Sukhbaatar. At the north end of the square is a magnificent group of Genghis Khan statues, with a seated statue of Genghis Khan in the middle and statues of his son Ogedei Khan and grandson Kublai Khan on both sides. Important buildings: National Palace (Government Palace) - the office of the Mongolian President, Parliament and Prime Minister. The square is open to the public 24 hours a day and is open to the public at any time. It is very lively during the day. Mongolian people will also take photos here to commemorate the occasion, including graduation photos, wedding photos, and reunions. Now the square is often used to hold military parades, festivals, protest rallies and national celebrations. Sukhbaatar Square is one of the must-see attractions for tourists to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. #Mongolian Tourism #Ulaanbaatar #Genghis Khan [Follow Lao Shen, Mongolia 🇲🇳 will not get lost, originality is not easy, please like and support, thank you]

Traveling to Mongolia with friends? Check out this 5-day itinerary! Take an international train, stay in a twin room or cabin, visit Zamiin-Uud and Ulaanbaatar, and enjoy Mongolian culture! . Mongolia is a landlocked country between China and Russia 🗺️. It has a long history, vast territory, and is known as the "Land of the Grasslands" 🌾. Don't miss the Naadam Festival 🎉 and experience the unique nomadic culture! . 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Erenhot - Zamiin-Uud - Ulaanbaatar Start your Mongolian journey from Erenhot, cross the border to Zamiin-Uud, and finally arrive in Ulaanbaatar. Day 2: Sukhbaatar Square - Gandantegchinlen Monastery Feel the historical atmosphere of Mongolia at Sukhbaatar Square, then head to Gandantegchinlen Monastery to explore the mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. Day 3: Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue - Terelj National Park Admire the majestic Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, then head to Terelj National Park to enjoy the magnificent natural scenery. Day 4: Bogd Khan Palace Museum Visit the Bogd Khan Palace Museum to learn about the glory and cultural heritage of the Mongol Empire. Day 5: Ulaanbaatar - Zamiin-Uud - Erenhot End your wonderful Mongolian journey by returning from Ulaanbaatar to Zamiin-Uud, then back to your cozy home via Erenhot. . Travel essentials: 🧳 Mongolia trip, don't forget these! 📞 SIM card and Internet are essential for staying connected. 🔌 Plug adapter, as Mongolia has different voltage. 🪪 Passport and visa are required for smooth entry and exit. 👔 Thick coat and down jacket, as Mongolia is cold in December. 🧣 Windproof jacket, hat, and scarf for windy weather. 🔋 Charger and power bank to keep your devices charged. 💊 Bring some common medicines for peace of mind. Remember these, and your trip to Mongolia will be more complete! 🎉 . Don't forget to bring your camera and adventurous spirit to make every moment a memorable one! 📸✨

⚡️ Guide to checking in at tourist attractions: 🚕Transportation: Traffic congestion in the urban area of ​​Ulaanbaatar is very serious. The population is about 3 million. There are 1.5 million people living in Ulaanbaatar. The number of vehicles is about 600,000. There is one car for 2.5 people. The congestion situation can be imagined. Know! The cost of the cars is low. They are basically all Japanese cars, such as Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Suzuki and other second-hand gasoline-electric hybrid cars. There are both left and right-hand drive cars. The price is 30,000 to 40,000 yuan, and the better ones are 50,000 to 60,000 yuan. The fuel cost is also cheap. 92 gasoline, the price is about 5.8. Traveling is basically by walking. There are also buses and shared scooters. There are basically no formal taxis. There are no local car rental companies, so if you want to take a taxi, just wave at the roadside. The price in the city is basically 6000-9000 Mongolian dollars. Picture, it's best to bring your own change. If the master doesn't have change, he can only give you the larger denomination. • 📖Culture: There are 75% young people in Ulaanbaatar, and the quality of citizens is also high. The roads are very clean, the bathrooms are very clean, and smoking is not allowed in public places. The education level here is relatively high, and there are many international schools. The annual tuition is about 6 Ten thousand. • 🌤️Weather: Occasionally, the air in the city is bad, the exhaust gas is serious, the roads are potholed, there is dust, the weather is changeable, the temperature difference between day and night is large, and the ultraviolet rays are strong, but the grasslands in the pastoral areas are really good, with blue skies, clear water, and green grass. • 🇲🇳Attractions: ⛰️ Terelgi National Park Along the way there are grasslands, herds of cattle and horses, endless mountains, natural rocks, turtle stones, and Buddha with his hands clasped together. The river is clear, the herdsmen are wading through it, the vast sky and earth, day and night, so pure and simple, my heart longs for it! 🐎The large sculpture of Genghis Khan It is an hour's drive from the city. The statue is about 6 stories high and is said to be made of silver. For 20,000 yuan per person, you can take the elevator to the position of the horse's head. You can take pictures at the steps. It is a shocking feeling of the giant. 🏯Bogd Khan Winter Palace The Manchu-style building is the winter palace residence of the Mongolian Living Buddha. It contains some century-old treasures. 🪷Gaden Monastery The most representative Tibetan temple, there is a 28-meter-large Buddha statue in the main hall. The wooden pillars outside are sacred pillars. Place your hands piously on the pillars to make a wish, and put the offering money into the wooden box. 🏢Sukhbaatar Square Sukhbaatar Square is equivalent to China's Tiananmen Square. Mongolian citizens have major festivals, weddings, etc. Everyone will dress up and wear Mongolian robes to take pictures here. 🏛️National Museum of Mongolian History The exhibition hall is not particularly large and covers a small area. It displays Mongolian history, culture, and some cultural relics.

Unlock a new country 🇲🇳 Four days in Ulaanbaatar are enough 😂 📍 Sukhbaatar Square The capital Ulaanbaatar's central square, the red UB character打卡位 on the opposite side of the road 📍 Genghis Khan Museum and National Museum Just a few minutes' walk behind the square, check the opening hours, different in summer and winter, all need to buy tickets 📍 Shangri-La Mall This is a relatively good mall, with food, drink, shopping and cinema. Mongolia restaurant on the fourth floor, recommended by locals 📍 National Amusement Park Behind the Shangri-La Hotel Mall, the park is free to enter, with a Ferris wheel 🎡, and tickets are purchased separately for amusement facilities 15 minutes walk from Sukhbaatar Square to the amusement park 📍 Gandan Monastery The temple is not big, but the Buddha statues inside are very spectacular. You still need to visit Gandan Monastery in Ulaanbaatar. Tickets are required You can also feed pigeons at the main entrance! 📍 Winter Palace Tickets are a bit expensive, very small, nothing to see, under renovation, it is recommended not to go 📍 Zaisan Monument 💜 My favorite place in Ulaanbaatar! I've been there twice! Overlooking the entire panorama of Ulaanbaatar, a place to take photos 🌆 Highly recommended to come at sunset, it's beautiful! About 5 kilometers from the city center, need to take a taxi 📍 State Department Store From the first floor National Supermarket to the fifth floor electronics, to the sixth floor you can buy all Mongolian souvenirs, handicrafts, traditional costumes, etc., please come here if you want to buy souvenirs 📍 Wrestling Palace There are regular Mongolian wrestling competitions, you can watch with a ticket, you can check the time online in advance 📍 Genghis Khan Statue + Terelj National Park Day Trip 🚗 There are several points in the city, and you can walk around the city in two or three days. When you come, you must take a car 🚗 to the suburbs of Ulaanbaatar to see the must-see Genghis Khan riding statue in Mongolia! It's spectacular! You can also take photos with eagles at the entrance! It takes more than an hour to drive from the city center to this place. After seeing the statue, it takes 45 minutes to drive to Terelj National Park. You will see the iconic Turtle Mountain. You will also come to a Buddhist temple on a small mountain road The scenery along the way is also beautiful, like walking on the Windows 2000 desktop, with cattle and sheep everywhere. If you have time, you can also ride a horse 🚶‍♀️ When you come to Ulaanbaatar, don't take a car in the city! It's so congested that you'll doubt your life! I've never seen a country with such bad traffic! One day I drove 2 kilometers for 1 hour, and then decided to get off and walk ❌ There are no taxis in this city! All cars can be taxis, stop when you raise your hand! Communication can only be done through translation apps, and the locals do not speak foreign languages There is a car-hailing app, but you need a Mongolian mobile phone number to register There are also many shared scooters in the city ✅ It is recommended to find a Chinese-speaking car on 🍑, which will give you a better experience all the way 🍗 Mainly meat, not many vegetables 💳 Convenience stores, shops and restaurants accept credit cards, and some support Alipay 🧥 Essential clothes for all seasons! It will suddenly snow and hail here in summer 💜 Although the language is not spoken, the locals I met were quite friendly. Young people here like Kpop culture