Manzushir Monastery, located about 50 kilometers south of Ulaanbaatar, on the southern slopes of the Bogd Khan Mountain, is a historic and culturally significant Buddhist monastery in Mongolia. Founded in 1733, it was once one of the largest monasteries in the region, home to over 300 monks before it was destroyed during the anti-religious purges of the 1930s.
Danzan Ravjaa lived from 1803-1856 and was a revered figure in Mongolia although little known in the West. He established Khamariin Khiid in the 1830s – not only was it a place of religion but also a cultural and academic centre housing 500 permanent residents at its peak. The compound consisted of four colleges, which taught general studies, astronomy, art, and theatre.
Baldan Bereeven Monastery, often referred to as Baldan Bereeven Khiid, is a historical Buddhist monastery located in the remote and mountainous region of Bereeven Kid in eastern Mongolia. The region is known for its rugged and picturesque landscapes.
Erdene Zuu Monastery is a historic Buddhist monastery located in Kharkhorin, Mongolia. The monastery was built in 1586 by Abtai Sain Khan, the ruler of the Khalkha Mongols, and is considered to be the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia.
Amarbayasgalant Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located in the Selenge Province of Mongolia, about 360 kilometers (224 miles) north of the capital city Ulaanbaatar. The monastery was built in the 18th century by the Manchu Emperor Yongzheng, and is considered to be one of the most important monasteries in Mongolia, and is one of the three largest Buddhist monastic centers in Mongolia.
Gunjiin Sum is a Buddhist monastery located in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia, in the Ömnögovi Province. The monastery was founded in the 17th century by the Tibetan Buddhist teacher Zanabazar, who was also the first spiritual leader of Mongolia. It is the temple of the Peaceful Princess.
Aryapala Temple Meditation Center is a Buddhist temple and meditation center located in the Gorkhi-Terelj National Park in Mongolia, about 70 kilometers (43 miles) from the capital city Ulaanbaatar. The center is situated on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Terelj River Valley.
Gandantegchinlen Monastery, also known as Gandan Monastery, is a Tibetan-style Buddhist monastery located in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. The name Gandantegchinlen means "the great place of complete joy" in Mongolian.
