The opening ceremony

Ulaan Baatar and the Nadaam Festival, Mongolia

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July 14th 2005
Hi I have been in UB several times, and since there isn't too much to see and to tell, I'll just tell it all at once. The biggest event in Mongolia is the Nadaam Festival. This festival is taking place since the times of the old empire, and is mainly a celebration and a sport event. There are three "manly sports" - horse racing, archery, and wrestling. People from all over Mongolia are coming to ... read more

Asia » Mongolia

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The Mongols gained fame in the 13th century when under Chinggis KHAN they conquered a huge Eurasian empire. After his death the empire was divided into several powerful Mongol states, but these broke apart in the 14th century. The Mongols eventually ... ... read more