Ger, Mongolian Traditional Dwelling

Ideally suited to Mongolia's harsh terrain and lifestyle, the ger is called yurt by many foreigners. But, Mongolians don't particularly like this Russian labeling of their national dwelling ...so call it a ger. A round felt tent covered in durable, waterproof, white canvas seems to be the most simple description of this portable home.
Ancient gers were not collapsible and had to be wheeled from one location to the next sometimes pulled by up to 22 yaks. But nomads need to move across the country in all four seasons. So gers that could be packed onto the back of their livestock were designed and are still used.

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Merci beaucoup. Magnifique vidéo 👍

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Merci beaucoup

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That Ger must be very heavy and need a huge wagon to transport

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Hello Claus. Yes it might be heavy. but do not forget that its made natural materials and weight is much more lighter that we thought!

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Wish there were subtitles

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Hello Diana. There were subtitled

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Oh. I had them turned off. Soooo sorry.