TRKIYE-ANKARA-ANCIENT CHINESE GAME-GO

TRKIYE-ANKARA-ANCIENT CHINESE GAME-GO

Xinhua
06 Aug 2025, 23:45 GMT+

(250806) -- ANKARA, Aug. 6, 2025 (Xinhua) -- People play Go in Ankara, Trkiye, on Aug. 5, 2025. Once little known in Trkiye, the traditional Chinese board game Go, known by its Chinese name Weiqi, is gaining remarkable popularity as a cultural bridge connecting Trkiye and China. With roots stretching back thousands of years, Go is now being rediscovered by a new generation of Turkish players drawn to its depth, elegance, and cultural heritage. TO GO WITH "Feature: Ancient Chinese game Go finds vibrant new home in Trkiye"(Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua)

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