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How to play Chinese chess (xiang qi)

Posted on 08/26/2011 by Chinesetolearn

Chinese Chess, Shiang-chi (or Xiangqi), is an Oriental cousin of the more familiar European or International Chess. Phonetically, Xiangqi means Elephant Chess. Both Chinese Chess and International Chess are descended from an ancient common ancestor—India. This ancient game traveled both … Continue reading →

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