Description:
Chechen is the native language of the Chechen people and a member of the Northeast Caucasian family. The name Chechen is derived from the word for 'mountain people.' The Chechen people are a Muslim people who are ethnically diverse, with a mixture of Arab, Caucasian, and Mongoloid blood. The Chechen culture is rich in traditional music and dance, as well as in folklore and mythology. The customs of the Chechen people vary greatly depending on region, with some traditional practices being more common in the mountainous areas of Chechnya than others.
