Medicine Hat's giant chess set is a playful downtown landmark, built with full-sized three-dimensional pieces on an outdoor board. The tallest piece is the king, about 4 feet high, and the heaviest is the knight, weighing roughly 55 pounds.
It is a quick stop rather than a major attraction, but it is unusual enough to be worth a look while walking through the historic centre. Passers-by can stop for a game, making it a good low-key break with children or chess-minded travellers.