TIBETAN YAKS
The UVA Tibetan and Himalayan Library has shared their resources on Tibetan and Himalayan Yak information. Our hope is to expand our connection with yak lovers around the world, sharing resources like these.
A Re-enactment of Nomads Changing Location
A nomadic family breaks down their yak-hair tent and reassembles it in this location change re-enactment.
Nomads from Nyimalung Herding Yaks
An overview of nomadic life near Lakrima from the perspective of a young hearder, including yak care and tent set-up.
Making a Pack Saddle for a Yak
A man makes a pack saddle and then ties it on a yak in Tsekhok, Qinghai Province
Making a Black Tent
Local women work together to weave yak hair into a tent in Tsekhok, Qinghai Province.
Summer in Kham Draza Lagang Village
Making Yak Butter
A woman makes butter using a large churn in Tsekhok, Qinghai Province.
A NarPhu Woman Grinds Salt for the Yaks
A NarPhu woman from the village Phu demonstrates how to grind salt in order to raise and provide for yaks.
Yaks can be found in many countries around the world. We would love to expand our connection with yak lovers everywhere, sharing resources. Have a yak contact elsewhere in the world? Let us know! Email Greg at nct1108@yahoo.com.