Where to Play Baghchal Face to Face
Discover real-world spots in Nepal and around the world where people enjoy playing Baghchal game.
Nepal
Some of the most iconic places to casually encounter Baghchal in public are Nepal's historic Durbar Squares.
- Basantapur Durbar Square
A lively cultural plaza with tea shops and resting pavilions where casual Baghchal matches can appear during relaxed afternoons.
- Patan Durbar Square
Calm red-brick courtyards and shaded corners make this a peaceful place for slow, social Baghchal games.
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Among Nepal's most atmospheric heritage squares, often hosting traditional board games near old pati and temple steps.
- Mid-Hill Village Trekking
Teahouses and chautaris (rest stops) along village trekking routes/trails often keep wooden or drawn Baghchal boards for locals and trekkers.. Encounter authentic village Baghchal play while trekking. Popular around Helambu, Dhulikhel-Namo Buddha, Tamang routes, and Annapurna villages.
