The Tumen Ekh Song & Dance Ensemble

A performance of traditional music and dance will be one of the highlights of your visit to Mongolia and should not be missed. You'll see outstanding examples of the unique Mongolian throat-singing, known as khöömii; full-scale orchestral renditions of new and old Mongolian music; contortionists guaranteed to make your eyes water; traditional and modern dancing; and recitals featuring the unique horse-head violin, the morin khuur. The Tumen Ekh Song & Dance Ensemble at the State Youth & Children's Theatre is the most popular cultural show in town, featuring traditional singers, dancers and contortionists. It's a great chance to hear khöömii and see some fabulous costumes. You can buy CDs (T20,000) of the performance after the show. There is a café and gallery in the traditional-style hall.

The Khatan Ekh National Song & Dance Group at the Discovery Mongolia Information Centre is similar.