Meet the nomadic families bringing you one of the most sought-after fabrics in the world
© Matilde Gattoni
The world’s best cashmere comes from the undercoat of Mongolia’s goats, who graze the majestic plateaux of this untouched Asian country.
Here, goat herders still live and raise their animals following the centuries-old traditions of their ancestors: nomadism, freedom, and a deep love for nature and its creatures.
In the past decades, cashmere has helped herders raise their lives above subsistence level and give a better future to their children.
We spent several weeks with the herders of Mongolia, witnessing their fascinating lives and their struggle to save their unique way of life.
Story produced together with photographer Matilde Gattoni. Text and pictures available