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Mongolia

Asia · Eastern Asia

Capital
Ulan Bator
Population
3.2M
Area
1,564,110 km²
Region
Eastern Asia
Languages
Mongolian
Currency
Mongolian tögrög (₮)

Location on the World Map

Mongolia
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ContinentAsia · Eastern Asia
Neighbouring countries (2)

Famous Personality

Genghis Khan

leader

He founded the Mongol Empire, one of the largest empires in history.

Local Delicacy

Buuz

These are steamed dumplings typically filled with seasoned meat.

National Symbols

National animalPrzewalski's horse
National birdSaker falcon

Famous Landmark & Geography

Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, a famous landmark of Mongolia

Gorkhi-Terelj National Park

This scenic park is known for granite rock formations, steppe landscapes, and nomadic culture.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropWheat

Wheat is Mongolia's principal arable crop and the backbone of its grain production.

Most grown fruitSea buckthorn

Sea buckthorn is Mongolia's most iconic fruit crop and is widely harvested for juice and oil.

Major Cities

Ulaanbaatar Erdenet Darkhan Choibalsan Khovd

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Khüiten Peak4,374 m
2Nairamdal Peak4,180 m
3Malchin Peak4,050 m
4Burkhan Buudai3,765 m

Major Airports

Chinggis Khaan International Airport · Ulaanbaatar
IATA UBNICAO ZMCK
Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport · Ulaanbaatar
IATA ULNICAO ZMUB
Khovd Airport · Khovd
IATA HVDICAO ZMKD
Ölgii Airport · Ölgii
IATA ULGICAO ZMUL

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
morin khuur

The horsehead fiddle is Mongolia’s national instrument and a core symbol of its nomadic musical culture.

2
tovshuur

This two-string lute is closely linked to western Mongolian folk song and storytelling.

3
yatga

The yatga zither is a major traditional instrument in Mongolian court and folk music.

4
limbe

This side-blown flute is widely used in Mongolian folk music and long-song performance.

5
khuuchir

This bowed spike fiddle appears in traditional ensembles and regional folk styles.

Major Rivers

Selenge Orkhon Tuul Kherlen

Bordering Countries

ChinaRussia