Winter Palace of the Bogd Khan

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The Winter Palace of the Bogd Khan in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, is a historically significant complex that served as the residence of the eighth Jebtsundamba Khutuktu, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia, who later became the Bogd Khan, or emperor, of Mongolia. Constructed between 1893 and 1903, the palace is an exquisite example of traditional Mongolian architecture blended with Tibetan influences. The complex includes six temples, each adorned with intricate carvings and religious artifacts.

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