Ulan Bator is the capital of Mongolia and is often abbreviated to UB. It is the most populous city in Mongolia, with a population of over 1.3 million people. The city is located in the north-central part of the country and is the political, cultural, industrial, and financial hub of the country. ULAN Bator has a long history, having been founded in 1639 as a nomadic Buddhist monastic center. Today, it is a modern city with a vibrant economy and a wide range of attractions for visitors.