Morin Khuur The Morin khuur, also known as the horsehead fiddle, is undoubtedly the most well-known and iconic Mongolian musical instrument. It is a two-stringed instrument played with a bow. The body of the Morin khuur traditionally consists of a horse’s head carved at the top and a wooden soundbox. The horsehair bow is used […]
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The Hu is a Mongolian folk rock band known for their unique blend of traditional Mongolian music and modern rock elements. The band incorporates several traditional Mongolian instruments into their music, alongside more contemporary instruments. Here are some instruments commonly used by The Hu: Read: National instruments of Mongolia Morin khuur (also known as the […]
We’re all familiar with globally recognized religions such as Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism. But have you ever heard of Tengriism? This term might sound unfamiliar, but it carries a rich history and cultural significance, particularly for the nomadic people of Central Asia. Tengriism, shrouded in the mists of ancient folklore, carries a unique charm. Its […]
Mongolia and China, two neighboring nations in Asia, have long been intertwined through history and culture. Despite these close connections, the relationship between the two nations and their territories isn’t always understood clearly. A common question that arises is: “Is Mongolia part of China?” To address this question, we need to delve into a bit […]
Airag or Kumis is one of the traditional drinks that’s popular in Mongolia and Central Asia. Basically it’s fermented mare’s milk that nomads learned how to make long ago. Besides for warfare and transportation in Mongolian history, horses have been a vital source of food not just for Mongolians, but other Central Asian countries as […]
A lot of people who are not aware of Mongolian culture have a hard time understanding whether Mongolia is a Central Asian or East Asian country. Certain organizations label Mongolia as an East Asian country while some others label Mongolia Central Asian, so which is it? The answer is not that straightforward, because Mongolian history, […]
The Mongolian death worm, known as “olgoi-khorkhoi” in Mongolia, which translates to “large intestine worm,” is an alleged creature said to inhabit the vast expanse of the Gobi Desert. Despite its name, this legendary creature is believed to be far from a typical worm, with descriptions painting it as a terrifying entity capable of spitting […]
Most people who are not aware of Mongolian culture would assume the writing system in Mongolia is either Mandarin or somewhat related to other East Asian languages. It is an understandable misconception as Mongolia was a former colony of Manchuria until 1911 and is a neighbor of China, however, it still is a misconception as […]
You might have watched a few documentaries on certain channels that gave you a little sneak peek of what Mongolian people wear, but it still is a limited perspective and not the full picture of the story. The truth is Mongolians wear pretty what you would normally wear just like any other person, but there […]
A lot of people wrongly assume that Mongolians either speak Chinese or Russian or perhaps that the Mongolian language is somewhat related to Mandarin or Russian. However, do they actually speak either of those languages or is the Mongolian language related to them at all? The short answer is no, Mongolians do not speak Mandarin […]