The Chess Museum at the Russian Chess Federation houses an exquisite collection of games, which themselves are pieces of art with their own history.
For Russians, and previously the Soviet Union, chess is more than a game. It is a serious culture requiring a reverence toward the boards, the pieces and when studying.
The rarity of many of these uniquely crafted boards and men cannot come with a price tag though when they do, the amounts are staggering.
Matt stops by and while observing the collection, learns a little bit about finer Russian interior design from over a century ago.
Questions Answered:
- what is the best chess museum in the world?
- how popular is chess in Russia?
Budget Travel Moscow and Central (Russia) #5:
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