Erdenet is Mongolia’s second largest city, renowned for hosting one of the largest copper and molybdenum mines in Asia. Established in the 1970s with Soviet assistance, it now serves as a key industrial, educational, and cultural center in northern Mongolia.

General Information

• Province: Orkhon
• Population: Around 97,000 people
• Economy: Mining, manufacturing, services
• Founded: 1974

What to Do

• Visit the Mining Industry Museum
• Relax in Erdenet Central Park
• Enjoy hiking and nature in nearby hills

Travel Tips

• Accessible by road and rail from Ulaanbaatar
• Cold winters and mild summers
• Guided mine tours may be available

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