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Alchik

Also known as Alchik (Chuko)

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Knee-bone throwing game to knock the opponent's pieces out of a row or ring.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of Kyrgyzstan.

Origins

Usually placed in the era of Modern Heritage (1800 to today), although its exact origins are uncertain, within the cultural world of Persia, Caucasus and Central Asia.

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