Yurt culture continues to stand the test of time
Brothers restore and manufacture nomadic structures to include modern updates, giving public a peek into history, Yang Feiyue reports.
Over the years, Ban and his team have restored it bit by bit according to the traditional yurt construction principles.
"The wool felt has become so brittle that we don't use too much force to restore it," Ban says.
He brought the yurt to public attention during the 34th Naadam festival in Xiliin Gol League in July. It instantly stood out among hundreds of its counterparts and attracted many visitors.
In his opinion, the yurt possesses the essence of nomadic culture, which highlights the convenience of life.
"For yurt construction, it boils down to six words — easy to disassemble, easy to reassemble. This has been our principle all along," Ban explains.
Also known as a ger in Mongolian, yurts have been a traditional, portable round tent used as a dwelling by the nomadic people in the region.
Its development is deeply intertwined with nomadic lifestyles and the need for a mobile yet sturdy and comfortable shelter in the harsh and variable steppe climate.
