About  Zaisan Memorial

The Zaisan memorial rests in the foothills to the south of Ulaanbaatar. It was developed by Russians as a monument to Soviet soldiers who died in World War Two. A tiled painting lies within a huge solid ring, which is raised about 5 meters above the ground. Zaisan is a famous tourist fascination and one of the highlights of Ulan Bator due to the phenomenal views it offers over the city. The Zaisan Memorial highlights an exciting socialist realism representation with Soviet collections and welfares, including that of Stalin and Lenin. It is accessible via steep stairs. The gigantic tank at the bottom of the hill, also a component of the Mongolia People's Tank Brigade saw combat against the Nazis during WWII.

How to reach

The memorial is 4.9 km away from the center.

Taxi: You could take a taxi for 8000 MNT and reach in 5 minutes.

Tips

  • Buy roasted meat on sticks from vendors lining the stairs leading up to the monument.
  • Bring your binoculars.
  • Visit if there is plenty of time on hand.
  • A short but steep walk to the monument, but not too taxing as there are steps and handrail. 
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Do not fight with any locals there. They can be dangerous.
  • Carry your bottle of water as tap water is not safe.

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

45 minutes

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds -25.21°C

 

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