Chowka Bara 9 House Traditional Indian Board Game

Bring Strategy & Culture to Your Game Nights with Chowka Bara – 9 House Edition

Experience the magic of traditional Indian gaming with Roll the Dice’s Chowka Bara 9 House Board Game. This beautifully crafted set is designed for both casual players and seasoned strategists. It features a durable game mat with 9 houses, ideal for engaging group play.

What’s included:

• 1 premium-quality fabric mat with 9 houses
• Hand-painted Channapatna wooden pawns, made by skilled artisans
• Compact and easy to carry – perfect for travel or family gatherings

🎲 What is Chowka Bara?

Chowka Bara (also known as Ashta Chamma in some regions) is a beloved traditional Indian board game that uses cowrie shells (kavade) to determine movement. It’s a perfect blend of luck and strategy, encouraging players to think ahead, block opponents, and race to victory.

Perfect for ages 10 and up, this game promotes:

• Patience and focus
• Strategic thinking
• Meaningful screen-free bonding time with family and friends

✨ Spice Up the Game with Local Phrases:

In South Karnataka, fun local phrases make gameplay even more exciting:

• “itta-mane-chith” – Lock an opponent's move after they place their pawn.
• “muttidd-kai-chith” – Called when a pawn is lifted, forcing that pawn to be played.
• “moor naak shyam / moor ent shyam” – Used when players roll multiple 4s or 8s in a row, adding a fun challenge.

🎁 Why You'll Love It:

• Traditional game with a cultural twist
• Educational and fun – boosts memory and critical thinking
• Great gift idea for families, game enthusiasts, or cultural explorers
• Handmade Channapatna toys add an artisanal touch

[Learn How To Play Chowka Bara 9 House]

🛒 Order your Chowka Bara 9 House Game Set today and enjoy a timeless Indian board game that blends tradition, fun, and skill — all in one box!

■ Red color silk mat with outer dimensions 21”x21”.
■ Game blocks are embroidered with white color silk thread
■ Handcrafted pawns coated in lacquer made by traditional artisans at Channapattana.
■ 10 x 4 color pawns – 1 cm height, 0.5cm dia. (Colors: Orange, Bright Red, Pineapple Yellow, Basil Green)
■ Set of 10 white cowrie shells and 10 black cowrie shells (kavade)
■ How to play instruction card
■ Bright red colored Tin Box (6”x8”x2”) to help store the set.

A player's manual is coming soon!

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