Remember the Wizard chess, that Harry, Ron and Hermione played at the end scene in the movie Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone? All we could say is, well played team but it took chess to a different level apart from just being a board game. The citizens of Bangalore have always loved chess and this game has been much more to them than just being a board game. Chess gives people the ability to initiate conversations and socialise. A game that brings people together.
Bangalore is known as the chess hub and various institutes have come up to support the game of kings and knights. However, the best part is that it is not restricted to being an indoor game meant for kids. It has broken the boundaries and bonded with nature. There are various places in Bangalore that allows you to join the chess fever all around the city.
Jayanagar Metro Station
These days outdoor locations are best to explore the gravity of chess in Bangalore. You may often come across college kids playing chess near Jayanagar Metro Station. It would be wrong to state that chess is a leisure game, because in Bangalore people take it as seriously as Cricket. Here we are not comparing the sport just the passion that makes people respect each sport.
Cubbon Park
The usual sight at the most famous park in the city is, people playing chess under a tree or over a bench. Cubbon Park is located at the heart of the city and known for its greenery, recreational activities and fun atmosphere. There are various chess events that keep happening inside the premises of the park. Apart from those, there are elderly people who love hanging around the park and play a game with the kids playing during the summer evenings. The entire atmosphere feels lively with people coming together due to a game that is known as one of the oldest game in history.
Natural Chess Meet-ups
The Natural Foundation is an organization that promotes education and life skills with the help of various games and activities. They emphasise on chess as an activity that builds cognitive abilities in kids, increases patience, improves memory and also helps in making decisions. These meet-ups are seen in various parts of Bangalore and its free registration gives any individual an opportunity to engage with them. The only aim that the organisation believes in having is making any activity fun and relatable.
Bangaloreans believe to have a spirit that drives them and presently this is chess. The kids, young adults and even elderly gentlemen are inclined to be a part of this wonderful game that captures the true essence of people. We the Mind Mentorz tries to be a part of the chess adventure in Bangalore and encourage people to do the same. Whether as an indoor game or played outdoor, Chess would remain the best game that Bangaloreans live by. Enrol your kids to be a part of the chess experience that grows with them.