GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Mongolia
Mongolia occupies a high continental interior between Russia and China. Steppe, mountains and the Gobi region create strong contrasts in pasture, water availability and settlement.
Fast Facts
- Ulaanbaatar lies in an inland mountain-valley setting.
- Russia and China are its only land neighbours.
- The Altai lie west and the Gobi extends across the southern Mongolia–northern China region.
Connected lessons
- MongoliaCountry profile
- Steppe, plains and inland drainageGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- ChinaBorders
- RussiaBorders
- Volga RiverRelated places