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When considering famous casinos from around the world, it can be easy to spend a lot of time talking about the most famous casinos. When it comes to casinos, it is hard to think beyond Las Vegas, which has worked very hard to establish itself as the number one gaming spot in the world. It is inevitable that the majority of people, when looking to take a gambling trip, will first of all choose Las Vegas their main destination. There are many other places to visit though to see famous casinos and one or two may be slightly surprising for many people.
Baden-Baden in the South-East of Germany is well known for its spas and springs but it is also known for hosting one of the most glamorous casinos in the world. The Spielbank Casino has been operating for over 200 years and has a rich vein of history to entice gamblers with. It is said that famous writer Dostoyevsky wrote 'The Gambler' after spending time gambling here. It is also said that the writer lost a lot of money and even his shirt gambling in Baden-Baden.
Another seemingly unlikely place to find a famous casino is Uruguay and although there is only one casino in the country, it manages to capture the emotions and excitement of gambling. This casino is open from 9am in the morning all the way through until 5am the following morning, meaning that it provides 20 hours of gambling fun every day. The Casino Victoria is a must see place if you are travelling through South America and looking for a place to enjoy some gambling fun.
As well as traditional casinos, there have been many new casinos constructed in emerging and developing countries and these have offered new and exciting options for gamblers. The Hilton Sharm Dreams Resort in Egypt provides the opportunity to enjoy a casino in one of the most luxurious settings on the planet. If you are looking for a casino where you can stay in the highest style, the Hilton Sharm Dreams should provide everything you could ever want.
If you are looking to see the world's most famous casinos, it is only right that you should consider Las Vegas because this is where most people consider the home to be. However, if you are looking for something a little bit different, there are many fine casinos around the world which should provide something of interest, to even the most experienced of casino players.
