Darkhan-Uul Province lies in the north of Mongolia, and it is built around Darkhan, the country's second-largest urban centre. Its character is shaped by industry, and in particular by steel production, which gives the province a different feel from the open grasslands many visitors picture when they think of Mongolia.
What the visit offers
Darkhan-Uul suits travellers who want to see how modern Mongolia works beyond the capital. Here the emphasis falls on an urban and industrial landscape, set within a northern province that is still close to the countryside. The contrast between factory districts and the surrounding terrain is part of what makes the area worth a stop.
Getting oriented
- Darkhan is the main city and the natural base for exploring the province.
- Steel production is the defining economic activity of the area.
- Northern Mongolia places the province on a route that many travellers take when moving between regions.
Because the facts available for this province are limited, it is best to check current details of accommodation, transport and sights with local sources before setting out. Those planning a longer trip can treat Darkhan-Uul as a practical stop, one that gives a view of Mongolia's industrial north and its second city.
