Festivals and celebrations
Mongolian traditional feasts and festivals are generally held in late summer or early autumn, when the herds are at their fattest and airag and dairy products most abundant. Such festivities generally fall into the categories of nair xurim, which are feasts held within the yurt, and naadam, which are public festivals typically involving sport competitions and other games, often in commemoration of a significant event or to celebrate the worship of a natural sacred site. The lunar New Year—Cagaan sar or "white month"—is held in late January or in February.
 | In commemoration of the legacy and teachings of His Holiness Dulduit Danzanravzhaa Fifth Wrathful Noble Xutagt of the Great Gobi (1803-1856) I did not overbearingly sophize Nor preach with pride and arrogance But having found a sense in this world Spoke the truth of my dear heart. |   |
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