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Get ready to celebrate the rich culture and history of Mongolia on December 29, also known as Mongolia Independence Day! This important national holiday commemorates the end of China's rule over Mongolia in 1911. It is a day filled with festivities, parades, and traditional ceremonies to honor the country's independence. The people of Mongolia take great pride in their heritage and this day serves as a reminder of their strength and resilience as a nation. So mark your calendars and join in on the celebrations – it's going to be an exciting and meaningful day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1206</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mongol Empire Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Genghis Khan unites the Mongolian tribes, establishing the Mongol Empire, the largest contiguous land empire in history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1368</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>End of Mongol Rule</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Ming Dynasty overthrows the Yuan Dynasty, ending Mongol rule in China and Mongolia’s ascendancy on the world stage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1691</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mongolia Under Qing Rule</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mongolia comes under the control of the Qing Dynasty in China through a treaty following the Battle of Ulan Butung.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1911</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Independence from China</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the Xinhai Revolution in China, Mongolia declares independence but it is not internationally recognized.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition of Independence</div><div class='timeline-text'>After World War II, the Republic of China officially recognizes Mongolian independence following a popular referendum.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Democratic Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The peaceful Democratic Revolution in Mongolia ends communism and ushers in a multi-party system and market economy.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a cultural festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local festival or event that celebrates Mongolian culture and attend it to learn more about the country's history and traditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try traditional Mongolian cuisine</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a Mongolian restaurant or try cooking traditional dishes at home to celebrate the country's Independence Day through its food.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a documentary or film about Mongolia</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn more about Mongolia's history, culture, and people by watching a documentary or film about the country.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a traditional music and dance performance</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Experience the beauty and rhythm of Mongolian music and dance by attending a performance or concert.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn a few words in Mongolian</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for Mongolia's Independence Day by learning a few basic phrases in Mongolian and impressing your friends and family.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It marks a significant event in Mongolia's history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Mongolia Independence Day celebrates the country's Declaration of Independence from China on July 11th, 1921. This is a momentous occasion for Mongolia and its people, as it represents their freedom and self-determination.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It showcases Mongolian culture and traditions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On this day, Mongolia holds various cultural events and festivities to celebrate their independence. It's a chance for locals and tourists alike to learn more about the country's customs, music, dance, and cuisine.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings together the Mongolian community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Independence Day is an opportunity for Mongolians to come together and honor their shared history, values, and accomplishments. It promotes unity and patriotism within the country as they reflect on how far they have come since gaining independence.</p></div></div>
<div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">1</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Modern Mongolia is Landlocked and Sparsely Populated</h3><p class="facts-content">Mongolia is the 18th largest country in the world by land area, yet has one of the lowest population densities globally with only about 3.3 million people residing within its borders.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">2</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The Traditional Mongolian Script is a UNESCO Heritage</h3><p class="facts-content">Mongolian vertical script was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2013, highlighting its historical and cultural importance.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">3</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The Naadam Festival is a Major Part of Mongolian Culture</h3><p class="facts-content">Taking place in summer, the Naadam sporting festival featues three traditional games: wrestling, horse racing, and archery—a tribute to Mongolia's storied nomadic history.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">4</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">25% of Mongolians Still Lead a Nomadic Life</h3><p class="facts-content">Despite the ongoing urbanization process, approximately a quarter of all Mongolians continue to lead a traditional nomadic lifestyle, roaming across the vast steppes with their herds just as their ancestors did.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">5</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Traditional Mongolian Music is Unique and Vibrant</h3><p class="facts-content">Mongolian music is renowned for its distinctive throat-singing style known as Khoomei, and the Morin Khuur—also referred to as the horse-head fiddle—which is considered a symbol of the Mongolian nation.</p></div></div>
Mongolia Independence Day is celebrated on December 29 every year. In 2024 Mongolia Independence Day will occur on a Sunday.
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