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These activities allow tourists to experience Mongolia’s cultural diversity and artistic heritage.</li> </ol> <p><img alt="" src="/uploads/Naadam_opening_ceremony_horse_riders.jpg" /></p> <h2><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Practical Information for Tourists</strong></span></h2> <ol> <li><strong>When to Visit</strong><br /> The Naadam Festival officially takes place from July 11 to 13. However, related events and celebrations can start a few days earlier and last a few days longer. Arriving in Ulaanbaatar a couple of days before the festival begins will ensure you don’t miss any preliminary events. </li> <li><strong>Where to Stay</strong><br /> Ulaanbaatar offers a range of accommodation options from luxury hotels to budget hostels. Booking well in advance is recommended due to the high influx of tourists during Naadam. Some popular options include the Shangri-La Hotel, Blue Sky Hotel, and Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace.</li> <li><strong>Getting There</strong><br /> Direct flights to Ulaanbaatar are available from several major cities, including Beijing, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Tokyo, and Seoul. Chinggis Khaan International Airport is the primary gateway to Mongolia.</li> <li><strong>Tickets and Entry</strong><br /> Tickets for the Naadam opening ceremony and main events at the National Sports Stadium can be purchased online or through travel agencies. It’s advisable to buy tickets early as they sell out quickly. Many travel packages also include tickets as part of the itinerary.</li> <li><strong>Local Customs and Etiquette</strong><br /> Respect local customs by dressing modestly and asking for permission before taking photographs of people. Learning a few basic Mongolian phrases, such as "Sain baina uu" (Hello), "Bayarlalaa" (Thank you) and "Saikhan Naadaarai" (Happy Naadam) will be appreciated by locals.</li> <li><strong>Health and Safety</strong><br /> Ulaanbaatar is generally safe for tourists, but it’s always wise to take common precautions such as safeguarding valuables and staying aware of your surroundings. Drink bottled water to avoid potential stomach issues, and be prepared for a range of weather conditions.</li> </ol> <p><img alt="" src="/uploads/Naadam_festival_parad.png" /></p> <p><strong>Additional Attractions</strong><br /> While in Mongolia, consider exploring other attractions such as the Gobi Desert, the ancient capital of Kharkhorin, and the serene beauty of Lake Khövsgöl. These destinations offer a broader understanding of Mongolia’s diverse landscapes and cultural heritage.</p> <p>The Naadam Festival is a perfect blend of sport, culture, and history, making it a must-visit event for any traveler to Mongolia. By immersing yourself in this vibrant celebration, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the Mongolian spirit and way of life. Plan ahead, embrace the adventure, and enjoy the timeless traditions of the Land of the Eternal Blue Sky.</p> <p><img alt="" src="/uploads/Naadam_close.png" /></p> <h2> </h2> <h2><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Difference Between Mongolia's State Festival and Local Festivals:</strong></span></h2> <h3><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>- Mongolia's State Festival (Naadam)</strong></span></h3> <ol> <li><strong>Scale and Significance:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>National Importance:</strong> Naadam is Mongolia's most significant national festival, celebrated on a grand scale across the entire country.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Government Involvement:</strong> The state festival is organized with the involvement of the government, including the President and other high-ranking officials.</p> <ol> <li value="2"><strong>Location and Timing:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> The main celebrations are held in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city, particularly at the National Sports Stadium.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Date:</strong> The festival officially takes place annually from July 11 to 13.</p> <ol> <li value="3"><strong>Activities:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Main Events:</strong> Known as the "Three Manly Games," the main events include wrestling, horse racing, and archery.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Cultural Events:</strong> The festival features elaborate opening and closing ceremonies, cultural performances, concerts, and traditional games.</p> <ol> <li value="4"><strong>Participants:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Elite Competitors:</strong> The top wrestlers, horse racers, and archers from all over Mongolia come to compete.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>International Audience:</strong> It attracts both national participants and a significant number of international tourists.</p> <ol> <li value="5"><strong>Atmosphere:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Festive and Grand:</strong> The atmosphere is grand, festive, and highly patriotic, with extensive media coverage.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><img alt="" src="/uploads/Naadam_horse_racing_game.png" /></p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"> </p> <h3><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>- Local Naadam Festivals</strong></span></h3> <ol> <li><strong>Scale and Significance:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Regional Importance:</strong> Local festivals are significant for individual regions, provinces (aimags), or even smaller communities like soums (districts).</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Community Focused:</strong> These festivals reflect local customs, traditions, and community pride.</p> <ol> <li value="2"><strong>Location and Timing:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> Held in various provinces and towns across Mongolia.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Date:</strong> Dates vary; many local Naadam festivals are held before or after the national Naadam to allow participants to travel to the capital for the main event.</p> <ol> <li value="3"><strong>Activities:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Similar Events:</strong> Local festivals also feature wrestling, horse racing, and archery, though on a smaller scale.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Local Traditions:</strong> Additional activities may include local music, dance performances, and traditional ceremonies unique to the region.</p> <ol> <li value="4"><strong>Participants:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Local Competitors:</strong> Participants are typically local residents, including young athletes and community members.</p> <p style="margin-left:72pt;"><strong>Local Audience:</strong> The audience mainly consists of local residents and some domestic tourists.</p> <ol> <li value="5"><strong>Atmosphere:</strong></li> </ol> <p style="margin-left:54pt;"><strong>Intimate and Traditional:</strong> The atmosphere is more intimate and community-oriented, often with a stronger emphasis on local traditions and customs.</p> <p> </p> ', 'excerpt' => null, 'file1' => 'Naadam_national_festival_ceremony.jpg', 'file2' => null, 'alt_for_file1' => 'Naadam_national_festival_ceremony', 'alt_for_file2' => null, 'type' => 'mongolia_travel_news', 'created' => '2024-06-24 00:00:00', 'url' => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'CustomFields' => array() ), (int) 2 => array( 'Node' => array( 'title' => 'Adventure awaits in Mongolia - Lonely Planet's Best Travel Destination of 2024 ', 'slug' => 'adventure-awaits-in-mongolia-lonely-planets-best-travel-destination-of-2024', 'body' => '<p>Lonely Planet ranks Mongolia as the best travel destination in 2024 among 50 countries highlighting its unique appeal and diverse experiences. 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Customer Feedback
Mr. PINOLI MARCO, Mr. BOCCELLARI CARLO and Mrs. BOLLANI LINA, from Italy
Gobi desert and nomad people every place is wonderful. Beautiful land and very beautiful people. I LOVE Mongolia, in my heart forever. Tour guide did everything very professional and has good knowledge. Also our tour driver was very professional and expert.
Mr. PINOLI MARCO, Mr. BOCCELLARI CARLO and Mrs. BOLLANI LINA, from Italy, on 5th - 16th Aug, 2014. Gobi Desert and Orkhon Valley tour - 10 days
Corrie Cepicka de Bakker and Janen Corrie Cepicka de Bakker
Tuvkhun temple is the fantastic place and scenery. You feel like on top of the world. The Khongor Sand Dunes Mongolia offers an excellent combination of a great culture and beautiful landscape. These make this holiday an unforgettable one. The driver Neki was an excellent. We felt very safe in the car during the trip.
Bat is the good guide. He deals with specific situations very well. They also made this trip unforgettable for me.
The good team of driver and guide anticipated very well to our needs and made possible as much as possible. Always felt comfortable safe and they took us along in their enthusiastic behavior.
Corrie Cepicka de Bakker and Janen Corrie Cepicka de Bakker, Dutch couple who were involved in the trip on 21st Sep – 6th Oct, 2014, Vertical big loop tour from North to South of Mongolia tour
Golden eagle festival -2017 tour in Mongolia
The eagle hunters’ ger. The festival on day 2 when eagle hunters were more available to the public. The ger camp family was truly amazing and I plan on returning. My guide Maggie was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and patient.
Charlie Spencer, from USA. 4 October, 2017
Mr. Adolfo Chidoni, Italian traveler
The Gobi Desert is wonderful and my favorite place. The trip was wonderful: beautiful landscape, savage animals and nice people.We went to the flaming cliffs, singing sand dunes and eagle valley (or Bayanzag, Khongoryn Els and Yolyn Am). Each one is different, and all spectacular. We also did a horse and a camel ride at Khongoryn Els. The guide was nice and well prepared. She was also always ready to resolve every problem and answer every request.
Mr. Adolfo Chidoni, Italian traveler, on the trip L'IMPERO DI GENGIS KHAN on 12th – 23th Aug, 2014.
Trip to Mongolian Gobi and Lake Khuvgsul
Mongolia is an amazing country full of magic and life, landscapes are really beautiful and different. Nomads are really full of love and welcome with visitors, we are in love of Mongolia and for sure we’ll back soon. Also, we would like you thank you our guide and driver for the amazing days we spent together they are great, in these days, they become more than friends for us, their profession is higher than ever.
Thanks form the deepest part of our heart. Gaia Fraschini and Alberto Zanetti, from Italy. 25 August, 2017
Angelina Neufert from Germany
The reindeer herders! I loved the horseback ride (as painful as it was) The people are so genuine and open.
Our team work and service was amazing. Wonderfull guide, chef and driver team, they are.
Thank you very much for a special experience.
Mr. Stefan Max, Mr. Marcel Weber and Mrs. Susanne Nelskamp, Deutch friends
The whole trek on horseback was unforgettable. The whole lake might have been the most impressive and memorable sight. I enjoyed the whole trip immensely and will remember is for a long time. I also enjoyed the company of the guide, local guide, driver and cook very much.
We would have liked it better if the trek on horseback had been the grand final of the tour at the end, since it was the highlight. The four days of driving around were nice but sort of our climax. If when we come back to Mongolia we will gladly travel with them again.
Mr. Stefan Max, Mr. Marcel Weber and Mrs. Susanne Nelskamp, Deutch friends, travelled in the trip on 6th Aug – 4th Sep, 2014.
Adventures in Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains and horse trekking through the Khoton & Khurgan lakes
Photo Tour to Gobi and Golden Eagle Festival in Mongolia
I would highly recommend this tour and will certainly recommend Ayan Travel. I enjoyed the email correspondence we had in advance of the tour and felt as though all of my questions were answered. I will begin posting images on my website soon, so you can see some there. You company did an excellent job. The only big problem we had was with Air China and the return flights.
Doug Steakley, from USA. 22 September, 2018
Our Mongolian Tour to Khovsgol Lake, Gobi desert and central Mongolia
The whole tour were highlights! We traveled to Khovsgol Lake in northern Mongolia, Gobi desert in southern Mongolia and central Mongolia. We enjoyed it very much. Mongolia is a fantastic country with nice hospitable people and beautiful nature. We had an excellent guide and very safe driver with took very good care of us. The explanations of the guide were very interesting and give us memorable moments.
Thanks for Ayan Travel to arrange our trip well. Devos Cloudineand Ivan Mauwelearts, from Belgium . 19 July, 2017
Peggy Pothart from USA
My trip was way better than i could have hoped.
Our guide was patient, helpful, knowledable and professional. I loved all the places we visited. Mongolia is a beautiful gem.
I hope to return some day. Again our driver and guide were the best of all. Knowledgeable, polite and friendly.
They really helped make the trip even better.
THANK YOU !





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