Marottichal

Marottichal is one of the less known hills in Thrissur district of Kerala. The place is a host to several trekkers. Located in Thrissur district, Marottichal.

The village of Marottichal is famous for its obsession with the game of chess. On the 18th of May 2017, the BBC's travel section featured an article on how the game has transformed the village, which was once rife with illicit gambling and alcoholism. A movie by the name of August Club has also been made on the villagers’ obsession for chess.

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