About this Event
Go halfway around the globe and centuries in the past for a special evening at the Embassy of Mongolia! Join the Ambassador and Mongolian diplomats as we step onto foreign soil to sample a country rich in culture and history.
Your very special evening features:
1. SPECIAL MONGOLIAN MUSICAL PRESENTATION
If you have never seen a Mongolian musical performance, then you are in for a rare and unique treat! We will begin with a costumed performer showcasing the HORSE-HEAD FIDDLE (seen as a symbol of the country). Following this, enjoy a unique presentation of the Höömij (throat singing – which involves different ways of breathing: producing two distinctively audible pitches at the same time, one being a whistle like sound and the other being a drone base. The sound is a result of locked breathes in the chest. Wikipedia)
2. MONGOLIAN CUISINE:
Enjoy a lavish buffet of traditional Mongolian cuisine.
3. BAR
Enjoy a wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages.
4. DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
Meet the ambassador and senior diplomats from the embassy as they talk and answer questions about Mongolia.
5. IMAGES FROM MONGOLIA
Discover the historical and artistic highlights of Mongolia – the more you see, the more you’ll seek!
6) MONGOLIAN FILM:
A short cultural film highlighting the streets, the countryside, the food, the people, and the history will be presented.
Suggested Attire
Business Casual. Preppy at a Minimum. (Jeans, Tee Shirts, Sneakers or other Casual Wear are not Acceptable)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Embassy of Mongolia, 2833 M Street Northwest, Washington, United States
USD 73.71
