[Zaisan Tolgoi (Victory Monument) | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia "A hill where history and wind intersect. A quiet memory overlooking the city and the land"]

[Zaisan Tolgoi (Victory Monument) | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia "A hill where history and wind intersect. Quiet memories overlooking the city and the land"]

— [Zaisan Tolgoi] stands on a hill in the south of Ulaanbaatar.

This is the site of a monument commemorating the victory of the Soviet and Mongolian armies in World War II, and is now a popular tourist spot and place for locals to relax.

There are nearly 600 steps to climb to the top of the hill.

It's a bit tough, but at the top, a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of the city of Ulaanbaatar and the horizon of the distant grasslands awaits.

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📍【Location & Access】
・Location: Southern Ulaanbaatar, at the foot of Mount Bogd Khan
・Access: About 15 minutes by car from the city center / Bus and Grab taxi also available
・Nearby is the "Zaisan Hill Complex" (shopping & dining)

🕰️【Tourist Information】
・Opening hours: Open 24 hours (You can climb it at night, but be careful as there are few street lights)
・Admission fee: Free (for both the monument and the observation deck)
・There is also a cafe, shop and toilet on the premises

🌄Recommended points
• The 360-degree panoramic view is impressive
　→ A spot where you can feel the city, mountains, and the "vastness of the sky" that is typical of Mongolia all at once

• Mosaic paintings on the Victory Monument
　→ A circular mosaic mural depicting the friendship between the Soviet Union and Mongolia is beautiful and profound

• The sense of accomplishment of climbing the stairs is pleasant
　→ It's a bit out of breath, but the breeze after climbing is the best

• It's also a great spot for sunsets and night views
　→ In the evening, the sun setting over the mountains and the city lights mix together to create a fantastic sight. At night, it's a hidden spot where you can get a panoramic view of Ulaanbaatar's nightscape

• A fusion of history, nature, and city
　→ A rare space where you can experience the scale of modern cities and nature at the same time, while being a place that is engraved with the memories of war

• You can enjoy the scenery while taking a break on a bench
　→ A quiet and calm place where you can feel the atmosphere even without a guide

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📸 Tips
・There are about 600 steps. It's best to climb without pushing yourself, taking water and taking breaks
・During the day, the direct sunlight is strong, so a hat and sunglasses are recommended
・There are a lot of couples at dusk, but it's a quiet and nice atmosphere
・If you look at the mosaics of the monument counterclockwise, you can see the flow of the story
・There are few lights when visiting at night, so it's reassuring to have a flashlight app

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