Sainshand

Introducing Sainshand

Compared with other Gobi towns, the capital of Dornogov is reasonably well-equipped with facilities and shops, owing mainly to its location on the railway line and proximity to the Chinese border.

Sainshand (Good Pond) is divided into two parts: a cluster around the train station, and the more developed city centre 2km to the east. A leafy park at the centre of town offers cool respite from the Gobi heat; it’s surrounded by the standard collection of banks, hotels, restaurants and museums. There are few jeeps for hire for trips to the desert; overland trips generally begin in Dalanzadgad in Ömnögov aimag. Recently the city has seen growing attention from Buddhist pilgrims, who use it as a jumping off point for nearby Khamaryn Khiid.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009