Experience Mongolia at Immersia 2024! Step into a traditional ger and explore Mongolian culture with unique attractions that bring the heart of Asia's nomadic heritage to life.
Welcome to our Mongolia Showcase as part of 2024 Immersia: Engaging with Asia and the Pacific!
Experience Mongolian culture like never before, with a series of attractions in and around the pièce de résistance—our very own Mongolian ger. The ger, a traditional Mongolian house, is a lightweight domed tent, designed to be easily installed using internal poles and ropes.
The ger was gifted to the University in 2016 by former President of Mongolia, His Excellency Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, in recognition of the University's commitment to Mongolian studies. ANU is the only university in the Pacific region teaching Mongolian-oriented courses in language, history and culture.
A ger, the Mongolian term for house is a tent structure held together by slotting poles together and securing with ropes made from horse hair and knots made from cow hide.
Once more, during our flagship cultural showcase Immersia, the ANU School of Culture, History & Language are proud to present the ger, as well as a host of events lined up for you to experience Mongolia right at your doorstep. From calligraphy to cuisine, come along and immerse yourself in Mongolian traditions during Immersia.
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9 September: Voices of Culture: The Opening Note of Immersia 2024
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12 September:
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16 September: Weaving Wonders: Traditional Thai Fish Craft, Pla-ta-phian
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19 September: Competitive Karuta (競技かるた) – Card Game Using Japanese Traditional Poems
Please note: If you require accessibility accommodations or a visitor Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan please contact the event organisers.
This event may be photographed and recorded. The recorded material may be used to promote future ANU events and programs. By attending the event you are giving us informed consent. If you DO NOT wish to be recorded, please let ANU event staff know on the day. We will be mindful and ensure not to photograph any faces of children present.