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Structure of the Mongolian ger

Select a part on the drawing to learn its name, purpose and how Tsomtsog Ger improves it.

with felt coveringstructure

Toono (crown)

Traditional role

The circular crown at the top of the ger. It lets in light and air; Mongolians once told time by the sunlight falling through it.

In Tsomtsog Ger

A large, light-transmitting toono keeps the ger bright all day.