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A Yurt is a portable felt dwelling structure used traditionally by nomads in the steppes of Central Asia.
The Name "Yurt"
The word yurt (or yurta, e.g., in Russian) is originally from the Turkic word meaning "dwelling place" in the sense of "homeland"; the term came to be used in reference to the physical structures only in other languages, such as Russian and English. In Kazakh the term for the structure is kiyiz üy (киіз үй—lit. "felt home") and in Mongolian they're called gers (гэр). In Russian, a yurt is called "yurta" (юрта), and there is an obsolete term "kibitka" (кибитка). Afghans call them "Kherga" or "ooee". In classic forms of the Gaelic, a yurt is called an "elaine" or, in the common dialectic, a "higgins".
Construction
Wooden poles or uuks in Kyrgyz connect the lattice-work walls on the bottom of the yurt to the crown or shangrak (the hole in the middle of the tent for the smoke to escape and light to enter). This wood frame (kerege) is then covered with felt and then sometimes with canvas. More on [ Yurt ]
New blog post: Why we chose authentic mongolian yurts - http://bit.ly/7j86hI
somersetyurts (Emma Cavill) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:03:54 -0000
New blog post: Why we chose authentic mongolian yurts - http://bit.ly/7j86hI
Nice article about Little Foot Yurts in Nova Scotia http://bit.ly/75iyOp
naturalbuilding (Natural Building) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:45:48 -0000
Nice article about Little Foot Yurts in Nova Scotia http://bit.ly/75iyOp
@kathyrindhoops i used to have huge file full of like yurt glamour shots on my computer. tricked out yurts, sexy angles, yurts from all over
SgtRobonautics (Sergeant Robonautics) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:21:01 -0000
@kathyrindhoops i used to have huge file full of like yurt glamour shots on my computer. tricked out yurts, sexy angles, yurts from all over
Just stayed at the cute Milestone Cottages in Mangawhai - complete with yurts! Idyllic spot north of Auckland http://bit.ly/7Px2lw
bloggeratlarge (Megan Singleton) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:12:34 -0000
Just stayed at the cute Milestone Cottages in Mangawhai - complete with yurts! Idyllic spot north of Auckland http://bit.ly/7Px2lw
A really neat story on yurts, right here in Nova Scotia http://tinyurl.com/ydkk99a
gtsutherland (gordie sutherland) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:28:41 -0000
A really neat story on yurts, right here in Nova Scotia http://tinyurl.com/ydkk99a
Alex and Selene Coleâs Little Foot Yurts offers alternative housing for a changing planet http://tinyurl.com/ydkk99a
chronicleherald (chronicleherald) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:50:23 -0000
Alex and Selene Cole’s Little Foot Yurts offers alternative housing for a changing planet http://tinyurl.com/ydkk99a
Albion Canvas Co. - Manufacturer of craftsman built yurts, tipis and other nomadic structures, including stage covers.
Meta Description: [ Custom built canvas and wood tents for camping, the garden, festivals, re-enactors, film and TV. From Alachigh to Yurt we cover most of the tent alphabet! ]
Alternative Buildings - Provides fiberglass yurts that can be quickly assembled from insulated panels. The rigid panels allow for larger yurt sizes up to 51' in diameter.
Meta Description: [ Alternative Buildings, Inc. provides low cost, energy efficient, fiberglass yurts for use as permanent residential dwelling, recreational second home, industrial building or temporary shelter. ]
Bruton Yurts Company - Maker of yurts based on the Mongolian gers (nomadic tents).
Meta Description: [ We design and build Yurts as alternative living spaces based on the traditional Mongolian ger (a nomads tent). We provide a unique space that extends your existing living accomodation. ]
Building a Yurt in Vermont - Documents the complete process of building a yurt from raw materials in pictures and text.
Colorado Yurt Company - Makers of yurts, earthworks tipis and outfitter wall tents. Located in Montrose, Colorado.
Exotic Shelters by Barak - Builds and sells 14' and 21' Yurts (or Gers), and many other items of Medieval Interest. Located in Gray, Tennessee.
Meta Description: [ Exotic Shelters builds and sells Yurts (or Gers), and many other items of Medieval Interest... ]
FantAsia: Yurt-Kyrgyz National Dwelling - A description of a Kyrgyz yurt, its elements, and the meaning and symbolism involved.
Meta Description: [ Kyrgyz traditional yurt is a great invention of ancient nomads. Still in our days it gives a home to shepherds taking their herds to summer pastures. See color photos and more... ]
Goulburn Yurtworks - Wide range of homes, studios, weekenders, etc as kits or erected for you. A Yurtfarm also sets the scene for camps teaching children farm and bush skills. Located in New South Wales, Australia.
Great American Yurts - Formerly Yurts-R-Us. Maker of yurts in many sizes. Based in Indiana, USA.
Meta Description: [ America's high quality, best price yurt and ger builder, Yurts of America is the choice when looking for yurts and gers in America. ]
Handmade Hardwood Yurts - Wales, UK based company that builds Yurts and Alachighs.
Mujaan - This 25 minute film shows how Mongolian nomads make their yurts (which they call girs) by hand.
Meta Description: [ Mujaan (The Craftsman) features traditional Mongolian construction of a yurt, with insights into Mongolian life, culture, music and food. ]
Never Summer Nordic - Outdoor adventure in Colorado with yurts along the trail for sleeping in.
Nomad Shelter Inc. - Maker of yurts based in Alaska. Also has yurts available for rent.
Meta Description: [ Yurts for sale. Yurts are perfect for extreme weather camping or as primary residences. ]
Nooitmeerhaast - Builders and rentals of original felted mongolian yurts, but made in Europe.
Oregon Yurtworks - A new revolution in Pre-Fab homes, stemming from a concept thousands of years old. Located in Eugene, Oregon.
Meta Description: [ Oregon Yurtworks - Providing state-of-the-art modern modular round homes and custom pre-fabricated yurts and vacation homes. ]
Pacific Yurts - Source of recreational living structures. Located in Cottage Grove, Oregon, and established in 1978, the original manufacturer of the modern lattice wall yurt.
Meta Description: [ Uncompromising quality and service from the original modern yurt manufacturer. ]
Rainier Yurts - Sells yurts from 16' to 30' using recycled, renewable and natural materials. Located in Seattle, Washington.
Meta Description: [ Yurts by Rainier Yurts - elegantly rustic, a Rainier Yurt will give you a feeling you won't forget. Manufactured by Rainier Industries (formerly by Nesting Bird Yurts). ]
Red Sky Shelters - Makers of the Yome which combines features of yurts and geodesic domes. Available custom-built or as a do-it-yourself kit.
Meta Description: [ The Yome by Red Sky Shelters offers the best value in a portable shelter. ]
The Mongolian Yurt - Information on the technical and cultural properties of the traditional dwelling of the nomads in Mongolia until today.
Meta Description: [ The Yurt (mongolian: Ger) is still the transportable dwelling
of the mongolian nomads until this day.
Now available for sale in the USA! ]
The Yurt - Description and history of yurt making and usage in Kyrgyzstan from the Museum of Cultural History at the University of Oslo.
The Yurt Works - Handmade yurts and garden arbors from coppiced timber. Yurt rentals and holidays in Cornwall also available.
The Yurt Workshop - Makers of hand built yurts, tipis and other nomadic tents. Also offering Yurt holidays in the mountains of Spain. Workshops in Spain and the UK.
Meta Description: [ Yurts crafted in Europe - Made with passion, style and commitment to be the best. ]
Vital Designs - Licensed companies worldwide which manufacture round houses. Located in Talmage, California.
Woodland Yurts - Manufactures yurts from 6' to 21'. Portable dwelling suitable for camping or using as a marquee. Located in Somerset, England.
Meta Description: [ Woodland Yurts have been building yurts since 1991. The proprietor, Paul King has studied yurt making in Mongolia and is the author of three books on the subject. ]
Yurt Living - Information about yurts, deck construction, insulation, furnishing, purchasing, zoning and other issues for yurt living.
Meta Description: [ Information about purchasing a yurt and making it liveable. ]
Yurtco Manufacturing Inc. - Manufactures 12' to 28' yurts and kits for a variety of usages. Also offers dealership opportunities. Located in British Columbia, Canada.
Meta Description: [ Yurtco is Canada’s #1 yurt manufacturer, offering superior quality and service. ]
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