# The refuge

Yurt is an ingenious and versatile structure, built with natural and modern materials, that offers a sturdy and comfortable dwelling. Its circular design, the use of felt for insulation and the incorporation of a central salamander make the yurt an ideal choice for living in harmony with nature.\
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**Yurt Structure**

**Shape and Size**: The yurt is a circular structure, which allows for uniform weight distribution and high wind resistance. Its size can vary, but it generally has a diameter of 4 to 8 meters.

**Frame:** The frame of a yurt consists of a flexible wooden framework (usually birch, cedar or pine), which forms the base of the cylindrical wall. This framework is called “khana”. At the top, a crown or ring of wood called a “toono” is placed, supported by a series of inclined poles (“uni”) that connect the crown to the walls, creating a conical roof.\
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**Thermal insulation and heating:**

**Thermal Insulation:** Thanks to the wool felt and additional layers of waterproof canvas, the yurts offer excellent thermal insulation. This allows the yurt to maintain a comfortable temperature inside in both cold and hot climates.

**Ventilation and Heating:** The crown of the yurt (toono) has a hole that can be opened or closed for ventilation. In the center of the yurt is a salamander, a wood-burning stove that provides efficient heating during the cold months. The central position of the salamander ensures even heat distribution.\
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