This hat is called a Kyrgyz and also known as the Ak Kalpak or White Kalpak, worn by people in central Asia
This is the national hat of Kyrgyzstan, Russian
Its also known by some as the storyteller's hat, it is mainly a hat worn by the nomadic men at festivals although for some in the region its everyday attire. This style hat is known only in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan
Made of 4 padded panels of felt, this tall embroidered hat is supposed to resemble snow-covered mountains,
The 4 panels represent the four elements: air, water, fire, and earth. Where the panels meet represent the sun and life. There is also a tassel on the right part of the crossing which represents posterity and prosperity
One of the best things about this hat is it packs flat, the joints in the panels are butted together with no overlap so they fold easily
A hat to provide warmth in winter.
