This post from 2019 tells about how we celebrated Tsagaan Sar ("white moon"), the lunar new year, the last time we were in Mongolia. This year we are taking it easy because of the dog sledding accident I wrote about in my last post. Happy lunar new year, everyone! https://twovegetariansinmongolia.com/2019/02/13/our-tsagaan-sar-or-why-we-never-need-to-eat-food-again/
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Manzushir Monastery and the legacy of religious persecution in Mongolia
Manzushir Monastery The last stop on our Tsagaan Sar trip was close to Ulaanbaatar, so we spent the night at home. Unfortunately, it was a reeaaally cold day, so I decided that this would be more of a reconnaissance trip for a later visit when the weather warms up a bit. I’d also really like … Continue reading Manzushir Monastery and the legacy of religious persecution in Mongolia
Our Tsagaan Sar. Or, why we never need to eat food again
Sunrise on Tsagaan Sar The next part of our trip was about experiencing Tsagaan Sar, “white moon,” the Mongolian celebration of the lunar new year. It’s a three-day holiday, this year falling on February 5, 6, and 7. The night before Tsagaan Sar is called Bituun, also a celebration. The point of Tsagaan Sar is … Continue reading Our Tsagaan Sar. Or, why we never need to eat food again
Two Vegetarians in Mongolia 