‘Thachyang’ – The Himalayan tradition of freedom...

‘Thachyang’ – The Himalayan tradition of freedom from social bonds

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MUSTANG: Thachyang is the original cultural practice of the Tangwe Gurung community, residing in Tangwe, Baragung Muktikshetra-3, Mustang. Unlike a festival, Thachyang is a ritual that symbolizes a person’s liberation from societal responsibilities upon reaching a certain age. In the Tangwe Gurung community, individuals voluntarily perform Thachyang after turning 57. The term ‘Thachyang’ literally translates […]

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