Boots
Traditional Mongolian boots (mongol gutal) owe their unique design to the Mongols' deep-felt preoccupation with protecting nature. The flat sole protects the ground underfoot, while the upturned toe helps to avoid disturbing stones and the soil. The air kept within the toe of the boot is maintained at a constant temperature, making the boots ideal for all seasons - remaining warm in winter, and cool in summer. The flat sole, upturned toe and trapezoid heel provide suitable grip on rocks and boulders, ice and other slippery surfaces.
The boots are made of leather from near the spine of the cow, and are decorated with patterned goat or sheep suede and morocoo. The boots consist of three basic parts: the türii , or top section; the ul, or sole; and the zulag, or sides. Embossed pieces of decorative leather are applied to the boots, prepared with the help of a press-mould. The embossed section is stuffed with twine so as to make the applied design protrude.
One of the indispensable parts of traditional Mongolian boots is the felt boot-liner, or oims. The top of the felt liner protrudes above the top of the boot; this section is known as the xaraa, and is decorated with embroidered patterns matching those applied to the boots.
 | In commemoration of the legacy and teachings of His Holiness Dulduit Danzanravzhaa Fifth Wrathful Noble Xutagt of the Great Gobi (1803-1856) I did not overbearingly sophize Nor preach with pride and arrogance But having found a sense in this world Spoke the truth of my dear heart. |   |