Where did the Parcheesi come from?

Parcheesi originated in India, where it is based on the ancient game of Pachisi, which dates back to the 6th century. Pachisi was played on a cross-shaped board and involved moving pieces around the board based on the throw of cowrie shells. The game was brought to the United States in the late 19th century, where it was adapted and commercialized as Parcheesi, becoming widely popular in American households.