Arkhangai Province lies in central Mongolia, in the Khangai Mountains region. It is a place of mountainous terrain, where the landscape rises and folds around the traveller in long ridges and valleys.
What a visit offers
- Mountain scenery across the Khangai range, a setting that suits walking and slow exploration.
- Hot springs, which are one of the province's best-known features.
- A window onto traditional nomadic herding culture, still part of everyday life in the countryside.
Because the province is central and set among mountains, it makes a good base for travellers interested in the rural heart of Mongolia rather than its cities. Visits tend to be unhurried, built around the outdoors and around the people who live and work with the land.
Planning the trip
Arkhangai suits those who want to see the country's open, mountainous interior and its herding traditions at a gentle pace. Travellers may wish to check current local conditions and transport options before setting out, as remote areas of Mongolia can differ considerably from towns and cities.
