felting history,myths and legends / ABOUT THE FELT CARPETS Felt is an irreplaceable thing in Kyrgyz people's life, as it protects from cold, rain, wind, sun, wet, dampness. From the earliest times an integral part of decoration of Kyrgyz house was felt carpet shirdak, which adds special coziness, joy, festivity to interior. Nowadays shirdak is still popular, it is widely used in living both in city and village.
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