Winter Palace of Bogdo Gegan
Khoroo 11, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Description:
In the heart of Ulaanbaatar is the famous Winter Palace of Bogdo-Gegen VIII. This building is in the spirit of Chinese majestic classicism.
The palace was built in 1983-1904. Initially, it was a whole complex of architectural structures that have survived to us only partially. The complex of the museum includes the Winter Palace and some other buildings: Covering the gate (or "Yampai") of brick with the image of two dragons - symbols of power, strength and invincibility of China Central gate - intended personally for Bogdo-gegen and his retinue, they were used during solemn and religious ceremonies Main front (or triumphal) gate - a symbol of victory and independence of Mongolia from China Summer Palace and temple-library.
The modern Winter Palace in Ulaanbaatar consists of two museums: the National Museum of Mongolia and a museum dedicated directly to Bogdo Gegen: his personal belongings and religious objects are preserved here.