The popular card game rummy has a rich history that dates back to the 1800s. Though its precise beginnings are unknown, some historians propose a link to the Chinese card gamerummy kingdom Mahjong. The game made its way to Europe and North America, where it changed into a number of variations that are still identifiable as modern rummy. With countless regional variations emerging all over the world, rummy has become a mainstay in many cultures over time. The combination of skill, strategy, and luck in this game makes it so popular.
