Erdene Zuu monastery was founded by King Avtai in 1586 and is the earliest surviving Buddhist monastery in Mongolia. Its 400x400m exterior boasts 108 stunning stupas (dome-shaped structures which served as shrines) and imposing gates on all sides.
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Title: Erdene Zuu Monastery Museum
Creator: Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape
Date Created: 2004
Location: Mongolia
Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (ii)(iii)(iv)
Date of Inscription: 2004
Category of Site: Cultural site
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