Bishop Meliton took part in the anniversary chess session in honor of Nizhny Tagil City Daytranslated

August 8, 2026 · 1 min read

A traditional event dedicated to City Day took place in Nizhny Tagil - a simultaneous chess game. This good tradition has united city residents for 20 years, and the number of chessboards each year corresponds to the age of Nizhny Tagil. This year the games were played on 304 boards. Among the participants were young chess players and adult athletes, kindergarten students, schoolchildren, […]

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Валентина Васильева

It’s good that the tradition has been maintained for 20 years, especially with children from kindergartens and schools. 304 boards is serious, almost like a whole tournament. I wonder, did Bishop Meliton play the game himself or did he just give his blessing?

Teuta Nako

Yes, 304 boards at once is a big deal, especially when children come from kindergarten. I liked that the tradition is kept for so long, 20 years is not a little. I wondered if Bishop Meliton played any part or just blessed them, as Valentina said.

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