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Terelj-Gunjiin Sum Temple (Temple of Princess)
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Terelj-Gunjiin Sum Temple (Temple of Princess)

3 Days
2 Nights
1 - 11 travelers
May 15th, 2024 - September 15th, 2024

Tour Overview

The princess temple was built as a resting place for a Manchurian princess who married a Mongolian noble in 1699. Located 120km from Ulaanbaatar, it can be reached after crossing river Tuul amidst beautiful pine tree forests. The temple sadly suffered from the hands of grave robbers. Remains of the temple ruins can be visited to this day where the walls from the local fortress remain.

Tour available dates

2023-05-15 - 2023-09-15

2024-05-15 - 2024-09-15

Tour Highlights

blue_checkTerelj National Park
blue_check horse riding
blue_check Princess temple

Route

Ulaanbaatar – Terelj National Park – Gunjiin sum - Ulaanbaatar

Tour Itinerary

    Day 1 - Terelj National Park, Gunjiin sum temple

    Drive to Gorkhi -Terelj National Park, a fascinating area about 80km to the east of Ulaanbaatar. On the way visit Turtle Rock and Ariyabal temple. Have a lunch at local family. Reach Gunjiin temple Ger camp in the late afternoon. Overnight at the Ger camp.

    Day 2 - Gunjiin sum

    After breakfast saddle up our horses and begin our day trip of horse riding. Arrive at the Gunjiin Sum temple. Here lies the grave of Queen of the Mongolian ‘Ephu’ king Dondovdorj, who was married to the sixth daughter of a Manchu king. Dondovdorj built the temple in 1740 after the death of his queen. It is his monument to the woman who had once been awarded the title of “Diligent and Kind”, and who was poisoned by the Manchus after she displeased them with her support of the Mongolian people. After having packed lunch ride back to Ger camp.

    Day 3 - Ulaanbaatar

    After breakfast drive back to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to hotel.

Packing List

This is a suggested packing list, which you should feel free to adjust to suit your needs. Please refer to our travel guide for more detailed information. • Smart and casual clubbing clothes • Rain coat or warm coat depending on the weather

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