What is Chess? What is it's importance?

Hello, guys for a simple beginner what is chess? Why should we play chess? Is it super boring or is it actually fun?

Chess training and practice supports the development of higher-order thinking skills—like problem solving, decision making, critical thinking, planning, and even creative thinking. Chess training and practice also helps improve general cognitive ability and scholastic achievement—especially in mathematics

Chess, as I think of it, is one of the most, if not the most, strategic board games ever. It promotes cognitive and tactical development of our minds and also helps us focus and concentrate. In fact, those who regard chess as boring, in my opinion, simply do not understand and comprehend with the extreme uniqueness of the game.

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Ubiquitous Master