A Snakes & Ladders board game with colorful pieces, dice, and box packaging indicating it's for 2-6 players, titled "MY Traditional Games."
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Chutes and Ladders (-200)

Snakes and Ladders

Snakes and Ladders is a classic board game that originated in ancient India as Moksha Patam and was later brought to the UK in the 1890s. The game is played on a grid with numbered squares, featuring ladders and snakes that connect two specific squares. The objective is to reach the square with the number 100, and the game usually involves two or more players.

Popularity and Significance

The game is popular and significant because:
– It has a rich history dating back to ancient India, where it was used as a moral guide to teach children about the consequences of good deeds and bad deeds.
– The game has been adapted and introduced to different countries, such as the United States, where it became known as Chutes and Ladders, and Canada, where it has been produced by the Canada Games Company.
– Snakes and Ladders is easy to learn and play, making it accessible for children and families, and has become a worldwide classic.

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