Author Archives: Orgil

What is a Mongolian Bow?

A Mongolian bow is a recurved composite bow traditionally used by the nomadic horse-riding peoples of the Central Asian steppes. It is one of the most powerful and accurate bows in history and has been used for centuries by the Mongol Empire and other nomadic tribes to hunt large game such as deer, wild boar, […]

Is Mongolian Language Similar to Korean?

In a lot of my youtube videos, people mention how Mongolian and Korean have similar guttural sounds. Most commonly people say Mongolian sounds like a mix of Turkish, Korean, and Russian weirdly enough. However, are they really related, and do they sound similar? In short, as a native speaker, yes there can be some elements […]

About Mongolia: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mongolia part of China? The short answer is No. Mongolia is not part of China or any other country. It is an independent country, sandwiched between China and Russia. After the Qing dynasty collapsed in 1911, Mongolia declared independence and achieved actual independence from the Republic of China in 1921. Is Mongolia part of […]

About Ulaanbaatar: Frequently Asked Questions

We’ll be discussing the frequently asked questions about Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. Apart from the beautiful steppes and mountains, the heart of Mongolia – Ulaanbaatar, is the most prominent tourist attraction in the country. Is Ulaanbaatar safe or dangerous to travel to? Safety is the most important priority when traveling. No country is […]

How Much Is a Yurt Tent?

A yurt tent is an excellent option for extra living space. Prices are generally lower than a traditional home, and heating and cooling costs are also lower. You also won’t have to worry about property taxes since yurts don’t have a foundation. A yurt is inexpensive, durable, and green. But how much does a yurt […]

How are Mongolian yurts heated?

A Mongolian yurt is a type of dwelling that has existed for hundreds of years. In the harsh unforgiving climate of Central Asian steppes where the temperatures can drop to -40 Celcuis with blizzards, the secret to how Mongolian nomads stay warm lies in the structure of the yurt. Sheep Felt Is The Secret To […]

Why is Chinggis Khaan Revered in Mongolia?

Mongolians weren’t good at propaganda nor writing their own history, hence the Mongolian Empire and his conquests were written by mostly the countries and kingdoms that were invaded. Therefore many people have negative opinions about Chinggis Khaan and don’t think of him much favorably, mostly in Western Asian and European countries. Sometimes people find it […]