A yurt is a round, tent-like home that has been used for thousands of years by nomadic people, especially in Central Asia. Imagine a big, cozy circle-shaped tent where families can live. These homes are designed to be taken apart and moved easily, which is perfect for people who travel from place to place.
The structure of a yurt starts with a wooden frame that forms its circular shape. Over this frame, thick covers made from sheep’s wool felt are placed to keep the inside warm during cold weather and cool during hot days. This design makes yurts comfortable to live in throughout the year.
One of the special things about yurts is how quickly they can be set up or taken down—usually in just a couple of hours. This allows nomadic families to move their homes as they travel, carrying the yurt’s parts on animals like camels or yaks to their next destination.
Today, people around the world still use yurts, not only as homes but also for camping, vacation spots, and even classrooms.
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