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Pros and Cons of Living in Mongolia

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jun 23, 2023

Summary: The pros of living in Mongolia include the country's rich cultural heritage, its stunning natural beauty, and its friendly people. Additionally, Mongolia has a low cost of living and a growing economy, making it an attractive place to live. On the other hand, Mongolia can be a difficult place to live due to its harsh climate, limited infrastructure, and lack of modern amenities. Additionally, the country is still developing and can be prone to political instability.

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What are the pros and cons of living in Mongolia?

Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Mongolia responded:

"Expats and digital nomads living in Mongolia often appreciate the country's unique culture and the opportunity to experience a different way of life. They also enjoy the low cost of living, the friendly locals, and the stunning natural beauty of the country. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the language barrier and lack of modern amenities challenging. Additionally, Mongolia's harsh climate and remote location can be difficult to adjust to," said one member in Mongolia.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat 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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