Ulaanbaatar The Capital City Of MongoliaCapital of Mongolia formerly called Urga and renamed Ulan-Bator (Ulaanbaatar) after declaration of republic and abolition of monarchy in 1924 to honour Sukhbaatar – one of the main figures of complicated revolutionary times in early 20th century. Ulan-Bator means “Red Hero” and lies at an elevation of about 1,310 meters. It is one the coldest world’s capitals with winter temperatures dropping as low as -30. One third of country’s population lives here.
For a traveller dreaming to discover beautiful and open spaces, stunning landscape and traditional nomadic way of life, a first glimpse of UB might be somehow disturbing. This is city of Stalinist architecture with clumsy grim buildings. The new government harsh policies in 1937 led to the destruction of entire sections of the city. The Zuun khuree central palace-temple complex, the nobles' residences, many ger districts as well as the main markets were completely destroyed to make way for more modern buildings. Few buildings survive from before 1937.
However if you take the time to get to know the faces that are hidden behind the grey walls you will discover a hospitable and warm-hearted people.
This ever-changing city may be the biggest surprise of your Mongolian adventure.
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