Mancala board open with cowrie shells in pits, vertical view

Pallanguzhi – Traditional South Indian Wooden Board Game (Small)

€29,95
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Mancala board open with cowrie shells in pits, vertical view

Pallanguzhi – Traditional South Indian Wooden Board Game (Small)

€29,95

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A Beloved Tradition, Crafted in Wood

Pallanguzhi (பல்லாங்குழி), also known as Pallam Kuzhi, is one of the oldest and most cherished traditional board games of South India, played for centuries across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Sri Lanka. This beautifully handcrafted board brings that timeless heritage into your home.

About the Game

Pallanguzhi is a two-player strategy game played on a board with 14 pits (7 on each side), using cowrie shells or tamarind seeds as playing pieces. Players sow and capture shells in a rhythmic, meditative pattern — making it both a game of skill and a deeply cultural experience.

What's Included

  • Handcrafted Pallanguzhi board with 14 carved pits (7 per side)
  • Set of natural cowrie shells as playing pieces
  • Brass hinges — folds flat for compact storage
  • Length - 44 cm; Width - 7 cm; Height - 6 cm

Why You'll Love It

  • Authentic Teakwood with a rich, deep finish
  • Folds neatly into a portable case
  • A meaningful gift connecting players to South Indian culture
  • Suitable for all ages — easy to learn, deeply strategic
  • Beautiful as a display piece when not in play

Whether you grew up playing Pallanguzhi or are discovering it for the first time, this board is a treasure to own and share.

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