Family

The family is central to Mongolian culture. There are usually three, but sometimes as many as five generations living under the same roof. Growing up this way leaves Mongolians with little concept of privacy. It is considered inappropriate to knock on the door of a ger before entering, and visitors will always be offered tea and a small snack before any discussions takes place. Children help their parents from an early age. The boys usually help with the herding and the girls will help in the ger: cooking, cleaning and serving the guests.