![]() ![]() This endearing simplicity allows anyone to play, but on the other hand, it could limit the number of archaeological relics of Mancala. ![]() You can play in small bowls or just in little pits made in the ground. In Mancala you can use almost everything as pieces – pebbles, seeds, shells. Mancala unlike other old games (such as Mill) did not require permanent board or special pieces. Probably a Mancala board (photo: Dr._Colleen_Morgan license: CC BY 2.0) The oldest traces of the game found in Eritrea and Ethiopia are dated on 6th or 7th century AD. Mankala is so old that nobody knows exactly since when it’s known to humanity. Those pieces can be of the same or different color. It’s a family of strategy board games, with a rather unusual board in the form of hollows or cups, to which players “sow” numerous pieces in form of seeds, marbles or shells. The family of games known today as Mancala is hard to confuse with anything else. And what Africa gave to the world? Mancala of course! A real jewel of Africa. Europe has developed Checkers and Chess in its modern, western form. Go and Mahjong may be seen as the great wealth of China. India had brought Chess and many other games to the world. Read more here.Imagine that games are treasures of different nations, countries, and continents. So far, we've helped plant more than 46,000 trees. We plant 5 trees for every product we sell through a partnership with Trees for the Future. The board you receive will be similar to the ones pictured here, but will have its own unique character. ![]() Its simple rules and quick "count and capture" action make it a great game for all ages.Įach handmade wooden mancala board is unique due to natural variations in the color and grain of wood. Mancala is one name for a game traditionally played in many cultures with a series of holes and small stones. ![]() Just include your request when you check out.ĭimensions: 18" long, 6.75" wide, 1" thick We'd also be happy to include a gift message. Gifts: If you're having this shipped directly to the gift recipient, please let us know and we will leave out the packing slip/receipt with price info. We'll send a proof for your approval before we engrave the board, so please watch for that message.įind inspiration for engraving text here. Select the "Custom engraved" option and enter your request in the box provided. Each handmade wooden mancala game board comes with instructions and a set of multi-colored cats eye glass playing pieces in a cotton bag.Ĭustom engraving: Add a message, names, or a date to the bottom of your mancala board. Our handcrafted mancala boards are made using solid cherry or walnut and a traditional hand-rubbed finish. ![]()
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