Azul

Azul
Azul, masterfully crafted by the globally renowned and award-winning game designer Michael Kiesling, is an artistic marvel in the world of board games. Drawing inspiration from the captivating aesthetics of Moorish art, Azul seamlessly marries tradition with modern gameplay.
In Azul, players step into the roles of artisans, entrusted with adorning the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora. With meticulous selection of tiles in terms of quantity and style, the most astute artisans strategically plan ahead, aiming to optimize the splendor of their creations while minimizing wastage of resources.
The origin of "azulejos" – the ornate ceramic tiles – traces back to the Moors, but it was the Portuguese who wholeheartedly embraced them. Legend has it that during a visit to the Alhambra palace in Spain, Portuguese King Manuel I was awestruck by the captivating allure of Moorish decorative tiles. This awe-inspiring encounter compelled the king to order the adornment of his own palace walls with these intricate tiles.
Ages 8+ | Players 2-4 | Playtime 30-45 mins