Giant Chess Board - Hobart, TAS, AU
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member ronjean
S 42° 53.245 E 147° 19.989
55G E 527204 N 5251633
A board free for all to use while enjoying the nearby cafes.
Waymark Code: WMX9NQ
Location: Tasmania, Australia
Date Posted: 12/13/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member LowellHouseGuy
Views: 6
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In the Salmanaca shopping district, this chess board captures the attention of bystanders. The pieces are stored in large bins nearby. There are other diversions, such as a bakery, a fountain, and coffee shops to wander through while your opponent is thinking about their next move. The shopping district is a favorite of tourists, having locally made gifts and local history books.
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Name of Game: Chess

Public or Private: Public
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