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Currency Exchanges

Currency Exchanges
Currency exchanges in MongoliaThere are many currency exchanging places in Ulaanbaatar.  All the bank branches, most shopping centers have currency exchanging spots.  Money gram and Western Union branches are at banks.  But best rates can be found at the local currency exchange centers.
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Chingeltei district, Peace and Friendship Palace

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Chingeltei district, Bayanbogd Plaza
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Genghis Khan was one of the richest man in history

Genghis Khan was one of the richest man in history

Genghis KhanFor the year 2008, in most wealthy historical figures list Genghis Khan is the richest one with 713 billions of dollars (adjusted for 2007 US dollars and GDP of Mongolia).  As the main source of income it is written as Mongolian Empire.  The list is based on the research by Forbes magazine in 2007 and other sources of information.

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Mongolia Essentials

Mongolia Essentials

Mountenious MongoliaComing to Mongolia can be a big challenge. Knowing what to bring, how to get there, where to stay and how to get around is important if you want to make to most of your journey.  This section is dedicated to getting you all the essential information you need in order to have a great, safe trip.

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Genghis Khan’s Portrait

Genghis Khan’s Portrait

There are no almost portraits of Genghis Khan,
of the ones that exist it is impossible to tell if
it is really his likeness. Some researchers
consider that his image was either middle
Asian or European. In 1368, the Mongols,
who were excluded from the Yuan dynasty
Capital City, did not take many things
because they believed the invading force was
returning soon. The Chinese ruined and
destroyed the cities including monasteries,
houses, buildings, art and books. When the
Mongols moved on, the Chinese felt they
should destroy their culture . Still 20th
century researchers did know that the rare
monuments and papers including Genghis
Khan’s portrait, those that remained from
the Mongol movement, were hidden by Chinese lords. Readmore…

Genghis’ Tomb

Genghis’ Tomb
For Mongolians the remains and burial place of the great leader Genghis Khan are sacred. From the period of reconstruction the desire to remember the heritage of Mongolia has resulted in an increased feeling of pride over their great Khan.

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The End of Genghis Khan

The End of Genghis Khan

During his last campaign with the Tangut Empire during which Genghis Khan was fighting with the Khwarezmid Empire , Genghis Khan died on August 18, 1227. The reason for his death is uncertain. Many assume he fell off his horse, due to old age and physical fatigue; some contemporary observers cited prophecies from his opponents.
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Warfare and Weapons

Warfare and Weapons
Before waging war, Genghis Khan closely studied the power and size of the army, its arms and weapons, people’s attitude and moral of the target state, pastureland and weather on the way to reach the destination. he main troops of the army were cavaliers. All cavalrymen carried a sharpener, needle, thread and chisel along with arch and bow.

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Economy and Military Tactics

Economy and Military Tactics
The priority in economics for Genghis Khan was animal husbandry, the way of life for steppe nomads. In his teaching, he emphasized the balance between livestock and pasture. Genghis Khan produced a highly efficient army with remarkable discipline, organization, toughness, dedication, loyalty and military intelligence.

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Political Structure

Political Structure
Genghis Khan had supreme power and established the posts of prime minister, state judge, shaman, minister, marshal and "darkhan". Title holders were not only pardoned for their first nine offences but were also exempt from any taxation.

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Scholars and Scientists

Scholars and Scientists
Genghis Khan valued the eminent scholars of his time and paid close attention to their words and teachings while at the same time trying to implement their advice. Genghis also consulted with scholars and scientists about the issues of attracting the favor of the people, governing the state, and relating with civilians.

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