EXPLORING KUTTIYUM KOLUM - THE RECREATIONAL GAME

Introduction Recreational games are activities that people do for fun, entertainment, and enjoyment. They can be done by individuals or groups. Recreational games can be indoor or outdoor activities. Recreational games can include: Board games, Card games. The primary purpose of recreational sports is participation. The goals of recreational sports are often to improve physical fitness, have fun, and be socially involved. Recreational sports are usually considered less stressful, both physically and mentally, for the participants. The types of recreation people participate in vary greatly depending on local context. They tend to reflect the social systems and cultural values. In here we are going to explore one of the best recreational game of my childhood “Kuttiyum kolum”. Kuttiyum kolum (English: stick and cane) is a traditional game played in Kerala, India. It is similar to an ancient game found all over the Indian Subcontinent with different names, such as Gilli-dand...