The chess culture of Kazan originates from 1884, when the first chess club was opened in the city. This sport is very popular among the residents of the city to this day. Chess zones are being created in urban spaces that are accessible to everyone, for example, in the Central Park of Culture and Recreation named after him. Gorky Park", as well as in the Black Lake Park.
The chess culture of the city is promoted by the organization of large—scale events, so in August 2023 the "Mayor's Cup of Chess" was held, in which 60 athletes took part - 10 of whom are world-class grandmasters.
5 unusual facts about chess:
- The terms "checkmate" and "checkmate" originated from the Persian expression shahmat ("the king is dead").
- Until the 19th century, blacks could also walk first according to the rules.
- In medieval chess, each pawn was given a separate name: from a merchant and a doctor to a weaver and an innkeeper.
- The second book in history in English was about chess (the first was a collection about the Trojan War).
- The queen was initially a weak figure – she moved only one square diagonally. The rules changed when the Spanish Queen Isabella of Castile (1451-1504) became one of the main rulers in Europe.
At the AMAKS Safar Hotel, every Guest can play this ancient and interesting game. You can always borrow chess and other board games from the reception desk for free to brighten up your evening.