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Genghis Khan is perhaps the most illustrious Mongolian figure in history. His long and bloody reign resulted in the deaths of over 40 million people, and it is estimated that one in 200 people in the entire world are descended from him. To the Mongolian people, Khan represents a glorious part of their history, a figure who placed them all on the world map as a force to be reckoned with.
About 50 kilometers from Ulaanbaatar, a huge statue of Genghis Khan astride his horse was erected, where it stands at 40 meters high. The Genghis-Khan Equestrian Statue the largest equestrian statue in the world, and at its base, visitors can find museums, view Mongolian portraits, and even try on traditional Mongolian garb.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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