The term 'ULAN Bator' is the capital of Mongolia. It is located in the north-central part of the country and is the most populous city in Mongolia. The city was founded in 1639 as a nomadic Buddhist monastic center. It has since grown to become the political, cultural, industrial, and financial hub of the country. ULAN Bator is home to many historic sites, including the Gandan Monastery, the National Museum of Mongolia, and the Sukhbaatar Square.