ASA Arena explained

ASA Arena
Former Names:Mongolian National Circus
City:Sükhbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
Country:Mongolia
Owner:Asashoryu D.Dagvadorj
Type:circus
Built:1971
Renovated:2020
Cost:US$7.4 million
Architect:Ya.Sharkhuu

The ASA Arena, formerly Mongolian National Circus (mn|Монгол Улсын Цирк), is a circus and event venue in Sükhbaatar District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

History

The circus building was built in 1971 with a US$7.4 million loan from Romania.[1] In 2008, the circus was privatized by former sumo grand champion Asashoryu D.Dagvadorj and then renamed the venue as Asa Circus.[2] [3] In 2020, the interior of the circus underwent renovation.[4]

Architecture

The shape of the circus building resembles traditional round hat down by women in Ulaanbaatar. The building was designed by architect Ya.Sharkhuu.[2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: AFP. 6 October 2023. Mongolia's circus performers fight to preserve their craft. Bangkok Post. 7 September 2024.
  2. News: Анхтуяа. Б.. 3 December 2019. The tragedy of the Mongolian National Circus. News.mn. 7 September 2024.
  3. News: 26 December 2023. Mongolians are circus stars all over the world, except at home. The Business Times. 7 September 2024.
  4. News: Анхтуяа. Б.. 16 October 2020. Is Asashoryu D.Davgadorj demolishing Mongolia's only circus?. News.mn. 7 September 2024.