Games from India – Their Influence on the World of Games

The traditional games of India are known to not only entertain generations upon generations of families, but also to teach them patience, planning, strategy and sharing; thus encouraging a harmonious co-existence. These games cut across all ages and boundaries, making them fun for people from all walks of life. Each game is rooted deep into the socio-cultural beliefs, giving a deep insight into Indian history, mythology, traditions, architecture and antiquity. Thus, this age old tradition of entertainment, interaction and learning through board games is not only a part of one's life, but a reflection of many.

India is a treasure trove of games and has given the world some of the best games in the world - Ludo, Snakes & Ladders, Chess, etc. With this 2 hour traditional games workshop, Kreeda hopes to provide an unforgettable experience through many more such games, wherein individuals relive their childhood memories of playing with tamarind seeds and chalk drawn games while the younger audience gets an opportunity to understand the past in order to create its new future.

What games did people play? What were their preferences – dice games or strategy games? Were these games popular everywhere or are they region specific? Do you know how to play the games?