Genghis Khan Statue Complex

Genghis Khan Statue Complex

Genghis Khan Statue Complex
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Chinggis Khaan Statute complex is situated 54 km from Ulaanbaatar City, with the view of beautiful natural scenery on the bank of the Tuul River, a historical place where Chinggis khan’s golden whip was found. Today, for a memory of the man of the millennium, a 40 meters high stainless steel statue of Chinggis Khaan on a horseback is the largest among the statues in the world. Inside the statue we operate a restaurant, souvenir shop, two museums and conference hall. Visitors can go up the statue using the elevator or the stairs to the head of the horse where they can have a panoramic view of the beautiful landscape.
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  • Alexander Mokretsov
    Rawai, Thailand1,665 contributions
    Worth Visiting if Happen to Be Nearby
    Interesting site. The biggest statue of Chinggis Khaan in the world. You may take an elevator upstairs and enjoy spectacular view from Chinggis Khaan’s horse’s back. Interesting museum downstairs. Souvenirs shops and restaurant available too.
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 9 January 2023
  • marstar0109
    Seoul, South Korea300 contributions
    Impressive and worth a visit
    Personally I enjoyed the visit very much. And the fact that you can get inside the statue and go up to the observation deck is also great. It shines beautifully in winter sun and the white snowy surrounding makes it even more beautiful. Impressive and worth even a quicj visit. There a museum also where you can learn about Genghis Khan.
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 29 January 2023
  • Arthur415
    San Francisco, California217 contributions
    If time permits, interesting
    Many pre planned itineraries include this site. I opted on my own and was glad I did, The historical informaion was interesting. There is a new GK history museum in UB. I did not have time to visit so I can't compare the two.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 30 April 2023
  • Lutzse
    Singapore, Singapore80 contributions
    most iconic landmark outside of UB
    It is impossible traveling to Mongolia without visiting its most iconic landmark (50km outside of UB) , a 40m-high glistening silver Chinggis Khaan statue. Constructed in 2008 from stainless steel, the dramatic statue has a lift rising up its tail, from where there are steps to the horse’s head. It was built here, so the legend goes, because this was the spot where Chinggis Khaan found a golden whip
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 18 July 2023
  • Summerasalifestyle
    Malibu, California2,929 contributions
    Very impressive and so worth the trip!
    Didn’t think I’d like this…I was so wrong.very impressive. Better understanding of the great Khan and world domination back then. Incredible views—vistas as you approach and when at the top. This is a yes yes yes
    Visited July 2023
    Written 28 July 2023
  • Masood K
    Dar es Salaam, Tanzania1,456 contributions
    Chingiz Khan Statute – As Big As His Conquest
    Situated about 50kms from the City of Ulanbaatar, the drive to this place is scenic and also passes through picnic spots along fresh water stream. The statue supposedly made of aluminium or steel is mammoth in size, and visitors can go upto the level of the horse head, for a selfie or enjoy the scenery around. The complex also houses a simple museum containing replicas of Mongolian clothing, armory, utensils, saddles, etc, and couple of extra-ordinarily large size Mongolian boot and whip of the horse. In the complex you would also find the book on The Secrets of Mongul – illustrating the life-history of Chengis Khan. The book has been a work of 13 years research by a Mongolian illustrator, who is present in the building and signs to personalize your copy upon purchase. – The book is worth a buy.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 11 September 2023
  • triotravellers
    Australia11 contributions
    A Tourist Attraction - pure & simple
    I wouldn't call it a bad tourist trap but it does have some of the characteristics of one. It has been planned to be conveniently located near to UB for one day and half day tours on your way to the nearby National Park. There is a good little museum at the bottom of the complex, coffee shops etc. but it suffers from its popularity when bus loads of tourists arrive. The viewing platform is usually packed and hard to get a decent shot from. The complex carpark is surrounded by gorky tourist offerings such as camel rides, archery and dancing eagle pictures which I found a little distasteful (at least there weren't dancing bears). One hour is sufficient to see everything.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 15 September 2023
  • Georgie_Fen
    Hong Kong, China277 contributions
    Crazy what this fella apparently did…
    If you come to UB for a visit, this place is a must do. You can also pair it in a day with the national park (gerseli or something like that). Brush up on your history and this guy’s life before going to enjoy the experience a bit more. They could do a lot more to make this place more appealing, but I guess tourism isn’t what Mongolia is known for. In any event, get a photo at the top of the statue and another down the bottom sitting on camel with an eagle on your arm 👍
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 27 November 2023
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Georgie_Fen
Hong Kong, China277 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
If you come to UB for a visit, this place is a must do. You can also pair it in a day with the national park (gerseli or something like that). Brush up on your history and this guy’s life before going to enjoy the experience a bit more. They could do a lot more to make this place more appealing, but I guess tourism isn’t what Mongolia is known for. In any event, get a photo at the top of the statue and another down the bottom sitting on camel with an eagle on your arm 👍
Written 27 November 2023
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Alessandro F
Milan, Italy26,229 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
With his 40 meters high, this is the highest equestrian statue of the wort ( record that will soon be surpassed by the giant under construction in Mumbai with 212 meters of height dedicated to Shiv Smarak )
The completely iron equestrian statue was build in 2008
Impressive
Written 23 September 2023
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triotravellers
Australia11 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
I wouldn't call it a bad tourist trap but it does have some of the characteristics of one. It has been planned to be conveniently located near to UB for one day and half day tours on your way to the nearby National Park. There is a good little museum at the bottom of the complex, coffee shops etc. but it suffers from its popularity when bus loads of tourists arrive. The viewing platform is usually packed and hard to get a decent shot from. The complex carpark is surrounded by gorky tourist offerings such as camel rides, archery and dancing eagle pictures which I found a little distasteful (at least there weren't dancing bears). One hour is sufficient to see everything.
Written 15 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Masood K
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania1,456 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Situated about 50kms from the City of Ulanbaatar, the drive to this place is scenic and also passes through picnic spots along fresh water stream.

The statue supposedly made of aluminium or steel is mammoth in size, and visitors can go upto the level of the horse head, for a selfie or enjoy the scenery around.

The complex also houses a simple museum containing replicas of Mongolian clothing, armory, utensils, saddles, etc, and couple of extra-ordinarily large size Mongolian boot and whip of the horse.

In the complex you would also find the book on The Secrets of Mongul – illustrating the life-history of Chengis Khan. The book has been a work of 13 years research by a Mongolian illustrator, who is present in the building and signs to personalize your copy upon purchase. – The book is worth a buy.
Written 11 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Summerasalifestyle
Malibu, CA2,929 contributions
Jul 2023
Didn’t think I’d like this…I was so wrong.very impressive.
Better understanding of the great Khan and world domination back then.
Incredible views—vistas as you approach and when at the top.
This is a yes yes yes
Written 29 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Visanu E
Bangkok, Thailand12 contributions
Jul 2023
The building is very far from the city, but it is a historic location in the life of Genghis Khan. If you can walk up the steps in the building, the vista from the horse's head is breathtaking.
Written 28 July 2023
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Lutzse
Singapore, Singapore80 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
It is impossible traveling to Mongolia without visiting its most iconic landmark (50km outside of UB) , a 40m-high glistening silver Chinggis Khaan statue. Constructed in 2008 from stainless steel, the dramatic statue has a lift rising up its tail, from where there are steps to the horse’s head. It was built here, so the legend goes, because this was the spot where Chinggis Khaan found a golden whip
Written 18 July 2023
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gillian m
Swansea, UK537 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
This is an amazing sight. The first glimpse of this huge 40m high, shiny statue, set against the blue sky and white snow is incredible. Using the stairs or the lift, one can go up into the body to experience wonderful views. There is a small museum in the lower floor which has a map of Ghengis Khan's empire. So impressive. A definite must see.
Written 10 May 2023
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Arthur415
San Francisco, CA217 contributions
Mar 2023
Many pre planned itineraries include this site. I opted on my own and was glad I did, The historical informaion was interesting. There is a new GK history museum in UB. I did not have time to visit so I can't compare the two.
Written 1 May 2023
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Cosmopolitan67
Xiamen, China435 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
On the banks of Tuul river, which is 54km from capital Ulaanbaatar rises a majestic 45m tall statue of the forefather of Mongolia.
This is the tallest equestrian statue in the world and it’s base consist of 36 columns representing the Khans who headed Mongolia after Gengis.
Written 7 February 2023
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