The game of “Carrom” is popular in many parts of the world including Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and also in Middle East. It is played more in During the month of Ramazan in Muslim countries.
The main pillar of the game lies in the flick of the finger, pushing the stones on the soft wooden board. Carrom is one of the most famous and traditional games in the region of Hijaz, Saudi Arabia and has spread wide and far across the Gulf Arab region. Although it is an old game, it still retains its status and value, especially with the increasing demands for it in Ramadan.
Despite being of Indian origins, the game is the most popular game in the Hijaz and the Arabian Gulf coasts. It has become part of the traditions and heritage.
The popularity of the game increases in Ramazan, when people stay awake at night and have plenty of time to play it.
Popular shops and cafes provide Carrom boards to their customers.
This game consists of a wooden board with four small pockets on the corners. There is a circle in its center, with circular-shaped coins in black and white colors that are firmly placed next to each other. Two or four players can play this game. They take the striker pieces in turn to push the coins into the corner pockets.
