The extreme cold during winter in Ulan Bator makes it the coldest capital city in the world; however, the warmth shown by the people here more than make up for it.
If vast plains, infinite deserts and glittering lakes describe Mongolia, its capital Ulan Bator is described by its vast space, infinite buildings and glittering nightlife. Though not your typical tourist destination, Ulan Bator has its own share of attractions with equal doses of culture, history, nature and entertainment. This being the largest city in Mongolia is the chief point of entry to the country. So it’s no surprise that there are many cheap flights to Ulan Bator from all parts of the world. Learn more about the city before you book your cheap tickets to Ulan Bator to have the best holiday there.
Reaching Ulan Bator
Flights to Ulan Bator land at the Chinggis Khan International Airport located about 18 kms away from the city. You can be assured of cheap flights provided you book in advance. Other options to get in are by train and bus; however, flights are by far the best option because they save you a lot of time.
When To Go
When you books your flights to Ulan Bator, you do have to check the likely weather conditions for your period of travel since Ulan Bator is a very cold place. Temperatures in winter can reach as low as -30o Celsius. The best time to visit is between June and August. Get your airline tickets to Ulan Bator for the month of July to be there in time for the Naadam festival.
Stay
There are several value-for-money hotels at Ulan Bator where you can have a comfortable stay. If you have booked your flights to Ulan Bator to coincide with the Naadam festival, make sure you book your hotels well in advance because it may be difficult to get accommodation of your choice in this season.
Sights and Activities
Visit the Gandan Monastery, Choijin Lama Monastery, Sukhbaatar Square, National Museum of Mongolian History, the Winter Palace of Bogd Khan and Zanabazar Museum of Fine arts to experience the culture and rich history of Mongolia and its capital Ulan Bator. Other interesting places include the Wedding Palace, Mongolian Stock Exchange, Buddha Park and the Zaisan Memorial.
The Naadam festival in July is when the city of Ulan Bator displays its complete stock of enthusiasm. Lots of games competitions are held in this mega event. If you are traveling with older kids, you can take them to the International Intellectual Museum to see a wide range of puzzle toys. Take a hike up the Bogd ulul Mountain and enjoy the pleasing views from the top.
The Peace Avenue and Circus areas are great places for shopping and you will find that Ulan Bator is a great place for bargain hunters. The food here is also quite inexpensive and versatile. International cuisine is available everywhere; so it wouldn’t be difficult to grab a burger on the go. Nightlife in the otherwise quiet Ulan Bator is fun filled and fast paced.
So just pack your winter clothes and plan your flights to Ulan Bator for that wonderful city experience in a modest country.