Ulaan Baatar


Click for a larger version Sukhbaatar Square: Government Building

The smaller building is the mausoleum of Sukhbaatar, another leader I didn't get to see.

Click for a larger version Sukhbaatar Square: Culture Building
Click for a larger version Bogd Khan Palace

The Bogd Khan was a lama from Tibet, who was not only the religious leader of Mongolia, but was also king between 1911 and 1922. He was ridiculously wealthy, and owned Mongolia's only automobile, a zoo, and other items.

Click for a larger version Temple in the Bogd Khan Palace
Click for a larger version Bogd Khan Palace: Inscription

The top part is Tibetan. The lower script is Mongolian

Click for a larger version Bogd Khan Palace Exhibit

A happy couple if ever there was one.

Click for a larger version Bogd Khan Palace

Statue by Zanabazar, a famous Buddhist sculptor. Taken in the dark without a tripod, but I liked the look on his face.