Dong-chang, Dongchang: 1 definition

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Dong-chang means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Source: Mandala Texts: Alcohol Culture in Bhutan

Dong-chang (གདོང་ཆང་) refers to a type of alcoholic drink, known as Chang (ཆང་), which is an important part of Bhutanese culture, especially in the eastern districts.—The dongchang can be rendered as welcome drink. Soon after the arrival of guests, it is customary for the host to offer drink to welcome the guests. If the household fails to do so, the host will be criticized for lacking courtesy and not being hospitable.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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