Pórtes is very similar to Western backgammon, but with a few minor rule changes. Plakotó is a game where a single checker can pin another checker on a point.įévga is a game where one checker by itself can secure a point. Tavli actually consists of three types of game, which are traditionally one after the other in a match of 3, 5 or 7 games. The word tavli literally means “board” in Greek. In appearance it looks very similar to the ‘western’ version of backgammon, however, there are different rules in tavli. Even in Greek-owned cafes elsewhere in the world, the game will be played. In every kafeneio (café), there will be people playing tavli. It doesn’t matter where you go in Greece, one thing will be certain. ![]() ![]() This Deluxe Backgammon post is about the game of tavli, a Greek variant of backgammon.
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