City Overview
Ordos, a city in Inner Mongolia, is a tier 2 Chinese city with a population of about 2.1 million, known for its modern urban planning and grassland culture.
Cost of living
$380/mo
Accommodation
$220/mo
Safety
Ordos is very safe for international students with low crime and a calm, modern environment.
Weather
Ordos has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; spring and autumn are most comfortable.
Transportation
Ordos has buses and taxi services with affordable fares, and is connected by road and rail to regional hubs.
Student Life
Students in Ordos enjoy low living costs, unique Mongolian-Han cultural fusion, and access to grassland tourism and modern city amenities.
Jobs & Career
Opportunities in energy, tourism, education and local industry, with part-time teaching and hospitality roles for students.
Attractions
Kangbashi new districtGenghis Khan MausoleumXilamuren grasslandOrdos MuseumLocal night market
Food
Ordos features Inner Mongolian cuisine — lamb, dairy, roasted meats and noodles — plus standard Chinese options and halal restaurants.