What are interesting facts about Mongolia and Mongolians?

It may not be the world's most popular tourist destination, but Mongolia has a lot going for it. With a big chunk of the population still clinging to a traditional existence, Mongolia is a country where you can still witness a relatively untouched way of life little changed over centuries. read more

The most popular Mongolian sport is bökh (durability),or wrestling, and the most important tournament is held on Mongolia’s Independence Day. The first-place winner earns the right to call himself arslan (lion), the runner-up to an arslan is a dzan (elephant), and the third-place finisher is a nachin (eagle). read more

Ten interesting facts about Mongolia 1. Mongolian superstition says that if you do not shake the hand of a person whose foot you accidentally stepped on, you and that person will become enemies – so do not be surprised if a person who just tromped on your foot suddenly shakes your hand. read more

4. Wooden electricity poles are attached to a concrete base, because without it the pole would simply snap from the pressure of the freezing ground. This might not seem that interesting, but it’s a pretty good demonstration of Mongolian ingenuity. 5. read more