Timeline
16:26
Grab an American-style coffee or light bite at Millie's Espresso. It is just a minute's walk from the monastery and opens early enough to start your evening comfortably.
16:56
Enter the Choijin Lama Monastery. Spend thirty minutes exploring the five temples and arched gates. The museum is open until 19:30 in summer, which covers the sunset time on this date.
17:26
Find a quiet corner inside the main temple or just outside the arched gates. At 17:26 the sun sets toward the WSW, casting a final golden glow on the historic wooden structures and religious art.
17:46
Walk five minutes to the Grand Khaan Irish Pub. It is a comfortable sports bar with English-speaking staff, open until 22:00, perfect for a beer or meal as the city lights up.
Local tip
The monastery closes on Sundays and Mondays during winter. Check the route for the walk to the pub if you are not familiar with the area.
Check before you go
- The monastery is open Daily 09:00-19:30 in summer. On 15 January, verify if the winter schedule applies and if it is closed on the day of your visit.
- Grand Khaan Irish Pub is open 12:00-22:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ulaanbaatar (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).