Choijin Lama Temple
Jamyan St, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Description:
The Choijin Lama Temple is the main building of the museum complex. It was built in the period 1904-1908 in honor of the state oracle of Luvsankhaydava and is located near the central square of Sukhebator.
The temple, designed by the famous architect Urgo Ombo, was intended for religious ceremonies and services in defense of the Mongolian state. Its main attraction is the gilded statue of Shakyamuni Buddha of the 18th century.
To the right of it is the statue of Choijin Lama, and to the left - the relics of St. Baldanchoimbolon. In addition, you can see a significant collection of religious paintings, a collection of masks for the Tsam dance ceremony and much more.