tgmgl The practice of training and domesticating eagles for hunting has become an attraction for hundreds of international tourists. As a result, annual events such as the Eagle Festival and Hunters’ Day are organized, delighting not only visitors but also residents of the capital city. This ancient tradition of taming and training eagles for hunting is … Read more
Deer Stones, which are widely distributed across most provinces of Mongolia, as well as in the Tuva region of Russia and the areas around Lake Baikal, are remarkable historical and cultural monuments of the tribes that inhabited these regions during the early Bronze and Iron Ages. A Deer Stone is a vertically standing elongated stone … Read more
Petroglyphs – Ancient Messages Etched in Stone Rock art, or petroglyphs Mongolia, can be found primarily along the migration routes of ancient Mongolian nomads. These remarkable carvings are almost nonexistent in Europe, making them one of the most unique and awe-inspiring elements of Mongolian cultural heritage. Even within Asia, petroglyphs appear mainly in areas where … Read more
The Headdress of a Radiant State, the Robe of a Righteous Nation, the Belt of Stability, the Vest of Sovereignty, and the Boots of Support Traditional Mongolian clothing is one of the most distinctive and credible representations of Mongolian national identity and culture. These garments are deeply intertwined with the harsh climate of Mongolia, the … Read more
From ancient times, hunting alongside nomadic pastoralism has played a vital role in the economy of Mongolian people. One unique form of hunting was the use of trained birds of prey—raptors such as hawks, falcons, and eagles—to catch wild animals in their natural habitats. This tradition is known as “shuvuulah” in Mongolian. Historical records show … Read more
Mongolian and Soviet archaeologists uncovered a remarkable Lower Paleolithic site near Yarkh Mountain in Gurvansaikhan soum, Dundgovi Province. This ancient site, dating back approximately 300,000 years, was once a stone tool workshop where early humans crafted implements from yellowish flint mixed with jasper. Among the numerous artifacts found were flakes struck from core stones used … Read more
Located 92 km northwest of Ulaanbaatar on paved roads and a further 7 km on dirt roads, the Agalag Creation Monastery stands in a place called “Daliin Am” situated in Nart bagh of Bornuur soum, Tuv province. This area was once home to a spring known as “Dalan Khar” and was abundant in a flower … Read more
Mongolian men have long adorned themselves with traditional items that are both functional and richly symbolic. These accessories, often worn at the waist, reflect not only personal status but also the artistry and heritage of Mongolian culture. Among them, the most iconic are the khet knife, the bowl pouch (ayaganii uut), the snuff bottle pouch … Read more
Headpieces When a Mongolian woman got married, she would braid her hair into two plaits and adorn herself according to the customs of her region. In Central Khalkha, married women styled their hair by puffing it outwards into a circular shape, placing a silver clasp in the middle of the hair and an oval-shaped pin … Read more
Tsagaan Sar is a celebration of successfully passing through the winter and joyfully welcoming the arrival of spring, marking the increase of one’s age. It is also a festival that preserves many customs and traditions that reflect the unity of the people, national heritage, culture, and respect for parents, ancestors, and one another. It strengthens … Read more