Museum
Central Museum of Dinosaurs of Mongolia
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The Central Museum of Dinosaurs of Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar showcases an extraordinary collection of dinosaur fossils and skeletons unearthed from the Gobi Desert. Visitors can marvel at the nearly complete Tarbosaurus bataar, a relative of Tyrannosaurus rex, along with Protoceratops, Velociraptor, and nesting dinosaurs with eggs. The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into prehistoric life in Central Asia, with detailed exhibits on paleontological discoveries and the region's ancient ecosystems.
Don't miss
- See the complete Tarbosaurus bataar skeleton, one of the finest in the world.
- View the fighting dinosaurs fossil, a Velociraptor locked in combat with a Protoceratops.
- Explore exhibits on dinosaur eggs and nesting sites from the Gobi Desert.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Central Museum of Dinosaurs of Mongolia
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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