Mongolian Women: Strength, Steppe Beauty & Dating | CQMI
Mongolian Women: Strength, Steppe Beauty & Dating | CQMI
Mongolian women embody exceptional strength of character forged by centuries of nomadic life in the endless steppes. In this country where women are the main producers of goods and often better educated than men, women from Mongolia combine unique Asian beauty, independence, and deep attachment to ancestral traditions.
Neither fully Asian nor fully Russian in style — Mongolian women have found their own unique balance. Taller than other Asian women, emotional and passionate, they live in the present moment while proudly carrying their nomadic heritage. Mongolia is truly a land of exceptionally strong women.
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Mongolia is a fascinating country where endless steppes have forged a people of resilient nomads. It is a land where women are the main producers of material goods and food providers, especially among the rural population. In general, they are also better educated and better off financially than men, although equality exists within a predominantly patriarchal culture.
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Capital | Ulaanbaatar – modern urban center contrasting with the steppes |
| Lifestyle | Persistent nomadic tradition – alternating city/countryside by season |
| Women's Education | Women majority at university – better language skills |
| Technology | Smartphone boom – social media exploding across the country |
Mongolia's Digital Revolution
Social media has stormed Mongolia. Mobile phones have become the main means of communication for nomadic pastoralists. Nomadic people no longer visit each other as before – they call each other by Skype or write by email. Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are transforming traditional society. With increased access to information, education and training of young people becomes essential in line with the digital world.
Meeting Women of the Gobi Desert
Augusta Thomson, a blogger with a bachelor's degree in archaeology and anthropology from Oxford University, conducted a five-week study in the Gobi Desert. Her goal: to understand how Mongolian women use digital technology and what makes their unique strength.
Testimony of Nomine, 42 years old:
"My name is Nomine, I'm forty-two years old..." Mother of three children, Nomine alternates between a summer camp outside Dalandzadgad and an apartment in Ulaanbaatar where her children go to school in winter. Proud of her nomadic heritage, she is happy when working in the countryside, looking after her cattle. In summer, her life is rich and productive. Her eldest daughter dreams of working in nanotechnology.
| Life Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Education | University graduate – comfortable city life in winter |
| Summer | Working in the countryside with cattle – traditional nomadic life |
| Children | Three children – daughters playing on smartphones during interview |
| Dream for daughters | Eldest wants to work in nanotechnology |
The Example of Gündegmaa
From a small village 300 km from Ulaanbaatar, Gündegmaa studied English diligently from age 16. At 18, she won a prestigious Soros scholarship to study at the University of Montana in America. Returning to Mongolia, she worked as a project manager on a youth project covering 15 aimaks and 15,000 young people.
With the help of Globe International and Mercy Corps NGOs, she distributed digital technologies in rural Mongolia, creating a 90-page guide on social media. Her journey illustrates the determination of Mongolian women to create their country's future.
The Unique Beauty of Mongolian Women
Mongolian women combine beauty ideas from Asia and Russia to create their own unique model. Compared to the Asian ideal of beauty, Mongolian women are allowed to appear much less restrained. However, the Russian ideal of curves and high heels is not completely emulated either – a middle ground is found.
Portrait of the Mongolian Woman
Than other Asian women
Half-Asian, half-Russian blend
Appearance important during festivities
Neither prudish nor provocative
The Character of Mongolian Women: Strong and Emotional
Mongolian women are not wallflowers. They are not shy even if they are often not very talkative at first. Similar to Russia, Mongolian women are often reserved and wait-and-see initially. But their temperament is just as emotional and quick-tempered once the ice is broken. Like Mongolian men, women live in the here-and-now.
| Character Trait | Description |
|---|---|
| Live in the Moment | Today counts more than thinking about tomorrow – "why" is asked in retrospect |
| Reserved at First | Not very talkative initially, but not shy |
| Emotional | Love to act out their emotions – warm sunshine or thunderstorm |
| Independent | Strive for balance of independence and anchoring with partner |
| Ambitious | Want to participate in working life and fulfill themselves |
The "Here and Now" Mentality
Mongolians – whether men or women – live in the now. The moment is decisive. The question "why" is often asked in retrospect – but not in a particular moment. Enjoy the moment! And be aware that the "future" is not considered in the moment.
Tip: This makes long-term relationships more complex – but not impossible. Be patient and understand this cultural difference.
The Mongolian Family: Women's Central Role
In nomadic tradition, the Mongolian woman is responsible for the hearth fire, creating the warm, homely atmosphere in the ger (yurt). She is also responsible for smaller animals (goats, sheep) while the man manages horses. The mother's role is the most valued in Mongolian society – fertility is seen as something very important.
Mongolian Family Structure
Responsible for fire – warm atmosphere of the ger
Fertility highly valued – mother-child bond sacred
Crucial role in raising grandchildren
The Mother-Child Bond:
The close bond between Mongolians and their mothers is sung about in many songs. Even when surprised, Mongolians often do not say "Oh God" but "Eejj" (mother)! This reveals the importance of the maternal figure in this culture.
Idiomatic Expression:
"I'll go check on the sheep" (women) and "I'll go check on the horses" (men) are expressions to say you're going to the toilet – reflecting the traditional division of nomadic labor!
Single Mothers: A Mongolian Reality
Unlike Korea or China where childlessness and virginity are seen as ideals, in Mongolia it is the role of mother that prevails. Mongolian women want to have children early and often become pregnant before marriage, sometimes while still studying at university.
More single mothers than elsewhere in Asia
Pregnancies often during university
No virginity ideal as in Korea/China
Grandmothers heavily involved
Good to Know:
Your Mongolian girlfriend may already be a single parent. Some men find out relatively late that their girlfriend already has a daughter or a son. This is not taboo in Mongolia, but it's better to be aware from the beginning.
Education and Career: Female Excellence
Mongolian women dominate the academic and professional world. They make up the majority of students, teachers, and doctors. They often have better language skills, fewer drinking problems, and cope better in the modern world. Many companies find it difficult to find enough suitable men to have a balanced workforce.
University
Majority of female students
Medicine
Most doctors are women
Teaching
Most teachers are women
Languages
Better language skills
Women's Success in the Workplace
Women's success in the world of work follows their self-image. Mongolian women want to be active and fulfill themselves professionally. They want to participate in society and in working life, understanding their role as a double role in the family and at work.
For this to be possible for young women, grandmothers often play an important role. They are heavily involved in raising children and enable their daughters to continue working.
The Smartest Women Come from Mongolia
In Mongolian society, women often celebrate success in the academic context. They cope better in the modern world with their superior education and language abilities. You are likely to meet more women than men in Mongolia, as women form the majority in offices and educational institutions.
Education Paradox
Several media reports speak of a strong surplus of women in Mongolia. These reports are wrong! There is no significant surplus of women in the 18-30 age group in the general population.
However, there is definitely a surplus of women among educated young people. Women make up the majority of students, teachers, doctors, and women often form the majority in offices in the capital as well. In Ulaanbaatar's clubs and bars, you'll notice a clear surplus of women, at least before midnight.
History of Marriage and Mongolian Traditions
In pre-revolutionary times, only man was the manager of property and the fate of children in Mongolia. The law allowed polygamy, but in practice it was only in rich and princely families, while poor families were monogamous. Today, women have achieved equality of rights and actively participate in economic, political, and social life.
| Era | Women's Situation |
|---|---|
| Pre-revolutionary | Subordinate position – excluded from public affairs |
| Marriage Age | 16-17 years traditionally for both sexes |
| Soviet Period | Education and integration into the modern workforce |
| Today | Equal rights – active participation in society |
Traditional Mongolian Marriage
Ransom for the bride – major legal significance
Determined compatibility based on twelve-year animal cycle
Bride lit the fire to become family member
Mongolian Women in Sports
Mongolian women are keen sportswomen. Traditionally, they have always been represented in archery competitions at Naadam (national festival). Some very young girls also compete in horse racing. Mongolian women are also world-class in international sports, especially in the shooting sports.
Archery
Traditional mixed sport at Naadam
Horse Racing
Young girls and boys compete
Sport Shooting
World-class level achieved
Wrestling
Reserved for men only
Wrestling Legend:
According to legend, the men did not want to be defeated by women and therefore designed a wrestling costume that would expose the woman's breasts, thus preventing women from competing against men. This is why Mongolian wrestling remains the only exclusively male sport at Naadam!
Tips for a Relationship with a Mongolian Woman
To succeed in a relationship with a Mongolian woman, you need to understand her unique mentality. Here are the essential points to consider for building a lasting relationship.
| ✅ Do's | ❌ Don'ts |
|---|---|
| Enjoy the present moment with her | Over-plan the future from the start |
| Respect her professional independence | Expect her to be only a housewife |
| Make clear, direct statements | Remain vague about your intentions |
| Accept her early desire for children | Ignore the question of motherhood |
| Be prepared for her intense emotions | Expect a "calm" relationship |
Key Advice:
Mongolian women want partnership AND independence. They are not happy if they do not have their own projects. Think about how your Mongolian woman can also be economically active. She needs to fulfill herself professionally as well as in family life.
Prepare for Emotions:
Mongolian women love to act out their emotions. This can mean warm sunshine or a thunderstorm for you. Be prepared that things are rarely very harmonious or boring – that's life with a Mongolian woman!
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