Top places : Mongolia

Mongolia is a vast, sparsely populated landlocked country in East Asia, bordered by Russia to the north and China to the south and east. Spanning over 1.56 million km², it is among the world’s largest nations by area yet with one of the lowest population densities. Its culture blends nomadic heritage with Buddhist and historical imperial influences, centered politically in Ulaanbaatar. Mongolia’s economy hinges on mineral resources like copper, coal, gold, and cashmere wool, while tourism, agriculture, and services also contribute. With a nominal GDP per capita of approximately $7,200 (2025) and a PPP-adjusted per capita of $20,450, the country is developing rapidly, though it remains vulnerable to inflation and external economic fluctuations.