Detailed information about religious beliefs in Mongolia.

Mongolia is a country that has historically embraced religious beliefs such as Buddhism and Shamanism. However, since the early 20th century, religious beliefs were suppressed and religious practices were banned among the population, as state atheism was adopted during the communist period in Mongolia. In the 1990s, Mongolia became a democratic country and religious freedoms were restored. The most common religious beliefs in Mongolia today are Buddhism and Shamanism. Buddhism is one of the largest religious communities in the country and is particularly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. There are many Buddhist temples, monasteries and sanctuaries in Mongolia. Visitors can go to these places to worship and meditate with Buddhist monks. Shamanism, on the other hand, is one of the indigenous religious beliefs of Mongolia and is still followed by many Mongolian people. Shamans are religious leaders who can communicate with spirits in the natural world and ensure the spiritual and physical well-being of people. In Mongolia, shamans communicate with spirits through rituals, dances and sacrifices. Additionally, Christianity, Islam and other religious beliefs are also found in Mongolia. There are churches and mosques belonging to these religions, especially in the capital Ulaanbaatar. Mongolia's religious structure also reflects the influences of the nomadic lifestyle. Beliefs such as respect for nature and worship of natural spirits are common in nomadic communities. As a result, religious beliefs such as Buddhism and Shamanism are prominent in Mongolia, but other religious beliefs can also be found in the country. Mongolia's religious beliefs are shaped by a combination of historical, cultural and geographical factors.