The Ural Mountains, also known as the Urals, are a mountain range that form a natural border between Europe and Asia. The range stretches from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Caspian Sea in the south, and is approximately 2, 500 miles long. The highest peak in the Urals is Mount Narodnaya, which stands at 6, 217 feet. The Urals are an important source of minerals, including iron ore, copper, and gold.