Customs & traditions

Mongolian culture is based on an infinite number of customs and traditions. Inside the ger, for example, visitors have to move clockwise after entering. And they are seated in the northwest section (the door always faces south). The back of the ger is the place of honor and usually reserved for special guests and elderly people. Mongols have an immense respect for their elders. Tea and food are always served with the right hand supported at the elbow by the left hand (or both hands if the dish is heavy), and received in the same manner – without touching the upper rim of the bowl. If food is offered it is considered rude to refuse it, but it’s ok to have a taste and hand it back if you’re not hungry.