The New Khentii Province Museum in Chinggis City

Modern Gateway to Ancient History

The New Khentii Province Museum is a landmark of contemporary architecture in Chinggis City, designed to look like an open book or a stylized traditional structure. As the cultural heart of Khentii—the birthplace of Chinggis Khaan—this museum provides a high-tech and organized environment to preserve the "Home of the Khans'" vast historical legacy.

What to Expect Inside

The museum spans multiple floors, offering a chronological journey through the eastern Mongolian steppes:

• Prehistoric Gallery: Showcases impressive paleontological finds and Bronze Age artifacts unique to the Kherlen River basin.

• The Khan’s Heritage: A dedicated section focusing on the 13th-century Mongol Empire, featuring military equipment, historical documents, and archaeological finds from the regional palaces.

• Cultural Hall: Displays regarding the life and traditions of the Khalkha and Buryat ethnic groups, including traditional costumes, silver crafts, and nomadic tools.

• Modern Development: Exhibits documenting the history of Khentii Province through the 20th century to the present day.

Ticketing and Price Breakdown

Based on the official museum display, the following rates apply for the Khentii Province Museum (with separate or combined options for the Tsetsen Khan Palace Museum):

• General Admission (Adults): 20,000 ₮ (New Museum) / 10,000 ₮ (Palace)

• Foreign Children (Age 0-16): Free (In accordance with Mongolian Law)

• Student/Youth (17-18 years): 10,000 ₮

• Seniors: 10,000 ₮

• Family/Group Discounts:

  • Family/Couple: 40,000 ₮

  • Large Groups (15+ people): 20,000 ₮ per person for both museums.

  • Large Groups (25+ people): 8,000 ₮ per person.

Operating Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Saturday & Sunday: Closed