Yesterday was the New Moon of November so today is the first day of Winter, at least according to the Lunar Calendar as observed in Mongolia. On this day the birthday of Chingis Khan (Genghis Khan) is also celebrated. Although it is now generally accepted that he was born in 1162 the day of his birth is unknown, so it is now celebrated on the first day of Winter, an official holiday in Mongolia.
Statue of Chingis Khan near Ulaanbaatar:
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Don! It’s me, Bill, your “uber driver.”
Have a good winter. Take lots of pictures. I’ll be following this page. See you in the spring.
Flew out of UB the next morning after Chinggis Khan Day. Had a 30 days quality time in the city.
Until next time!
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