Tumen Ekh Folk Song and Dance Ensemble
Түмэн эх
A专场 showcase of traditional Mongolian song and dance: throat singing, morin khuur (horsehead fiddle), long-song, contortion and Tsam mask dances all in one evening. A must-see for visitors.
The Tumen Ekh is Ulaanbaatar's best-known folk song and dance ensemble, performing at the National Cultural and Leisure Center beside Choijin Lama Temple. The roughly one-hour program features khoomei throat singing, morin khuur ensemble pieces, Urtiin duu long-song folk music, Mongolian contortion, and shamanic and Tsam masked dances, with ornate costumes throughout. During peak season there is usually one show every evening, often at 18:00. Tickets cost about 30,000–40,000 tugriks, photography requires a separate ticket, and during high season it is wise to buy tickets a day in advance.
Opening hours
Daily evening shows in tourist season, usually 18:00; subject to the day's schedule
Nearby sights
- Choijin Lama Temple Museum
- State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet
- Sükhbaatar Square
- National Sports Stadium (Naadam)
- National Museum of Mongolia
- Chinggis Khaan National Museum
- Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts
- State Department Store (Ikh Delguur)