Mongolian draughts (daam, from French dame) is the local variant of draughts played in
Mongolia.[1]International draughts is also popular in Mongolia, with Mongolia sending high-scoring teams to Asian Draughts Championships (gold, silver and bronze in Kuala Lumpur, 2012), and a team to the
World Mind Sports Games.[2]
^Jane Blunden Mongolia: The Bradt Travel Guide - 2008- Page 330 " as well as traditional carvings, games, such as daam (draughts), and other souvenirs - all of which help to support the local economy and sustain jobs associated with tourism in ..."