The National Museum of Mongolia, a must-visit destination for travelers keen on exploring Mongolia's rich heritage, is located in the heart of Ulaanbaatar, the capital city. Its central location makes it easily accessible, whether you're staying in the city center or coming from other parts of Ulaanbaatar.
Established in 1924, the museum houses an extensive collection of around 59,000 artifacts, spanning from the Paleolithic era to the present. These artifacts cover a wide range of fields, including history, archaeology, and ethnology.Inside the museum, on the ground floor, the first exhibition hall displays tools, ornaments, and other relics from the primitive human period to the Iron Age. The second hall showcases archaeological finds from ancient dynasties like the Xiongnu Khanate. On the second floor, visitors can trace the evolution of traditional Mongolian costumes through various exhibits. The third floor and above are dedicated to different aspects of Mongolian history. There are halls dedicated to the Mongol Empire, traditional culture, traditional economy, as well as the periods from the 17th-20th centuries and the era of socialism and democratic reforms.
The museum offers an in-depth look into Mongolia's past. Travelers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the country's development, from the activities of ancient humans to the social changes in different historical periods. The admission fee is 20,000 Mongolian tögrög, and if you want to take photos, there is an additional charge of 20,000 tögrög. It's a great place to immerse yourself in Mongolia's history and culture and take home a deeper appreciation of this unique nation.
