Mongolia
Digital Nomad Life in Mongolia
Summary: Mongolia is becoming increasingly popular as a destination for digital nomads. The most popular cities for digital nomads in Mongolia are Ulaanbaatar, Khovd, and Erdenet. Digital nomads like living in Mongolia because of its low cost of living, its unique culture, and its stunning natural beauty. A digital nomad can live comfortably in Mongolia on a monthly budget of around $1,000 USD. The culture of Mongolia is a mix of traditional nomadic and modern influences. Popular foods in Mongolia include buuz (steamed dumplings), khuushuur (fried dumplings), and tsuivan (stir-fried noodles).
How do I meet people in Mongolia?
When we asked people living in Mongolia about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"Expats in Mongolia often join clubs and activities such as hiking, biking, and running groups, as well as language exchange groups and book clubs. Expats also meet people through their work, by attending local events, and by joining social media groups. Additionally, many expats join local sports teams or take classes at the local university. Finally, expats often meet people through mutual friends or by attending social gatherings hosted by other expats," explained one person living in Mongolia.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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