Mongolian Culture and Heritage

The culture of the Central Asian steppes expresses itself vividly in the lifestyle of the traditional nomadic practices. Mongolian culture has been in practice in the nomadic life and traditions surrounding the nomad’s home (Ger) and it is clearly present in religious celebrations, national festivals, art and crafts, music and dance, language and literature and those are intangible cultural heritages of Mongolia.

Cultural Heritages of Mongolia

Mongolia's culture has been shaped by thousands of years of nomadic traditions, spiritual beliefs, craftsmanship, music, literature, and a deep connection with nature. Discover the cultural heritage that continues to define Mongolia today.

Ger, Mongolian Traditional Dwelling

The Mongolian ger is one of the most recognizable symbols of Mongolia's nomadic heritage. For centuries, these portable circular dwellings have provided shelter for herding families across the vast steppes, deserts, and mountain regions of the country. Designed for mobility, comfort, and resilience, the ger remains an essential part of Mongolian culture and daily life today.

Mongolian Language and literature

The Mongolian language is one of the most important elements of Mongolia's cultural identity. Spoken by millions across Mongolia and neighboring regions, it carries a rich literary tradition shaped by centuries of history, nomadic culture, and oral storytelling. From the classical Mongolian script to modern literature, the language remains a living connection between Mongolia's past and present.

Mongolian Religion and Beliefs

The Mongols have practiced several religions, of which Shamanism and Buddhism were the most common. The faith in Mongolia is Buddhism, though State and religion have been separated during socialist period, but with the transition to the parliamentary republic in the 1990s there has been a general revival of faiths.

Mongolian Art and Crafts

The art and crafts of Mongolia developed over the centuries, stretching from prehistoric rock art of the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods to the present day.

Throughout history, various tribes and peoples inhabited the territory of Mongolia, leaving behind artistic traditions that evolved through generations. Mongolian arts and crafts have long reflected the practical needs, aesthetic values, and spiritual beliefs of nomadic life.

Mongolian Music and Dance

Music is an integral part of Mongolian culture. Among the unique contributions of Mongolia to the world's musical culture are the long song, overtone singing, and the morin khuur, the horse-headed fiddle. The music of Mongolia is also rich with varieties related to the various ethnic groups of the country. Among the most popular forms of modern music in Mongolia are Western pop and rock genres and the mass songs written by modern authors in a form of folk songs.

Horse culture of Mongolia

It is famously known as that horses play a large role in the daily and national life of the Mongols and said that “A Mongol without a horse is like a bird without wings”, and “Mongols are born on horseback”, this is arguably true words. It is clearly seen in today’s Mongolia; a horse-based culture is still practicing by nomadic Mongolians.