Pachisi Board Game - Classic Indian Cross-and-Circle Strategy Game #3066067 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows a classic Pachisi board layout, originating from India and often called the “national game of India.” The board consists of a symmetrical cross with four arms-red, blue, green, and yellow-each representing a player’s path, and four star-shaped home bases at the corners. The central square is the “castle” or “charkoni,” where pieces must land before entering the final home run.

Used on educational, cultural, or gaming websites to illustrate traditional board games, especially in articles about Indian heritage, game history, or rule explanations; matches user intent to learn about or visualize Pachisi gameplay.