The statue of Toroi Bandi, often called the “Robin Hood of Mongolia,” commemorates Nanzad Danzan (1834–1904), a legendary Dariganga bandit who stole from Manchu tax caravans and redistributed wealth to the poor :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

General Information

• Location: About 8 km beyond Ganga Lake on the road to Shiliin Bogd, Sükhbaatar province :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Erected: 1999
• Material: Bronze or metal alloy (life‑size, seated figure)

What to See

• Toroi Bandi’s figure: He sits contemplatively, facing toward China–Mongolia border :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Travelers often leave khadag scarves, coins, or tea as offerings.
• Iconic setting: Located in the steppe near volcanic landscape of Shiliin Bogd — a place of spiritual significance for locals :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

Travel Tips

• Accessible by jeep or 4×4; public transport not available.
• Combine with visits to Shiliin Bogd mountain and Ganga Lake.
• Best visited May–September, especially at sunrise on Shiliin Bogd.
• Respect local customs — offerings and prayers are common at the site.