Ölgii Central Mosque
Өлгий төв сүм
One of the largest mosques in Mongolia. Its blue dome and minaret reflect Ölgii's character as a city of Kazakh Muslims.
About 90 percent of the residents of Bayan-Ölgii Province are ethnic Kazakhs, and most follow Islam. This central mosque is the religious and community hub of the area and houses a religious school. Its striking blue-and-white dome and minaret are rare in Mongolia, where Tibetan Buddhism predominates. Outside prayer times you can photograph the exterior, but you need permission to go inside. Women should cover their hair with a headscarf and wear long clothing. Located in the city centre and within walking distance, the mosque can be visited together with the museum and the market.
Opening hours
Visits allowed outside service times
Nearby sights
- Bayan-Ölgii Provincial Museum
- Golden Eagle Festival Ground
- Sagsai Kazakh Eagle Hunter Family Stay
- Tolbo Lake
- Achit Lake
- Tsambagarav Mountain
- Khoton & Khurgan Lakes
- Shiveet Khairkhan Petroglyphs (Upper Tsagaan Gol)