Ulaanbaatar was called Ikh Khuree (1706-1911), Niisei Khuree (1911-1923) and finally Ulan Bator from 1924. Ulan Bator means "Red Hero." Ulan Bator is situated on the banks of the river Tuul and is surrounded by the beautiful foothills of the Khangai mountain range with the Bogd Khan Mountain facing the city.

Ulaanbaatar Municipality