Ulaangom is the capital of Uvs province. It is near Uvs Lake, a large saltwater lake with the largest surface area in Mongolia.
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The city is located near the shores of Uvs Lake (Uvs Nuur), and has a population of around 37,000. It has an extreme and harsh climate, with the mean minimum in January falling to -36°C, with a record low of −49.6°C, and rising to a mean maximum of 27.1 in July, with a record high of 38.4°C. It is considered to be the coldest province in the country. While the city does not boast an abundance of tourist attractions, it serves as a good base to explore the north-west corner of Mongolia. Uvs is home to the last two leaders of the Mongolian People's Republic, Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal (1952–1984) and Jambyn Batmönkh (1984–1990).
1 Uvs Aimag Museum, ☏ +976-7045-5899. Mon-Fri 09:00 - 18:00. The museum features exhibits on the ethnic groups of Uvs, local wildlife, archaeological finds, and paintings from local artists. In addition, the museum features a wing dedicated to former Mongolian People's Republic leader, Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal, who was born in Uvs. This wing houses original photographs, possessions, and information on Yu. Tsedenbal and his family. (updated Sep 2020) 2 Dechinravjaalin Khiid Monastery'. Founded in 1757, this monastery once hosted 2,000 monks. However, after being destroyed in 1937, the monastery never recovered, and it remains a shadow of its former glory.
The local theater, Oirat Theater, occasionally hosts events such as music concerts from local and national artists, as well as local plays. In addition, events are also occasionally held at the Wrestling Palace (Bökhiin Örgöö). Scheduled events are usually announced one to two weeks in advance. The Wrestling Palace is the site of many of Ulaangom's sporting events, hosting basketball, Mongolian wrestling, indoor-football, volleyball, and martial tournaments. Many of these tournaments involve other western aimags' teams. The Wrestling Palace is located approximately ten minutes from Tsedenbal Square by foot and can be seen from the Ulaangom bus station.
Onkhruush coffee shop and bakery is nice place in town with variety of nice biscuits and cakes. Their coffee is good. Facebook video https://m.facebook.com/story.php/?id=100003916313211&story_fbid=2842869379186911
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In Nov, Ulaangom typically sees ~-6°C daytime highs and 3 rainy days.
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