Gambling in Asian cities – Singapore

The city-state of Singapore has the second highest population density among the top ten on the quality of tourist service. People come here from all over the world to get to know the greatness of Asian culture and try your luck. Where to relax and play at your pleasure? What to see? CasinoTopLists tell you about the gambling industry in this country and many other things.

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Location Singapore and brief historical background

Singapore – an island nation (63 islands and the area expanded by artificial reclamation), bordered by the islands of Malaysia and Indonesia. For the first time this country is mentioned in the annals of the third century. In the 15-16 centuries the country was part of the Sultanate of Johor, and later became a colony of the British Empire.

Further Singapore was part of Malaysia. In 1965, the country declared its independence, and in recent years completely dependent of the state (even drinking water had to be bought in neighboring countries) and the countries of the “third world” has become a highly developed state.

In the history of Singapore the government has played a crucial role, Lee Kuan Yew (1959-1990), this person made the country prosperous state. Now it is a parliamentary republic with a president named Tony Tan.

Casinos and Gambling in Singapore

Singapore – a country with limited natural resources. They live here mainly due to investors and favorable “economic climate” – low taxes and transnational corporations.

Up to 2005 in this country for 40 years gambling was a complete ban, but the economic crisis has made itself felt in this country. At the moment, Singapore has become the second largest gaming center after Macao, leaving behind even Las Vegas .

«Marina Bay Sands» – the largest casino in Singapore

The grand structure of this complex is the 3 55-storey tower height of 200 meters. On top of these towers is something like a ship, a kind of oasis with pool. The design was approved by the experts in Feng Shui. Built quite complex nedavno- in 2010 the company «Las Vegas Sands».

Why are there only 2 ice rink, a hotel complex on the site in 2561 and the world’s largest outdoor swimming pool – the card industry. It is noteworthy that the water in the rainwater basin. Here you will find also fitness centers, restaurants, clubs, SPA salons, shops. Near the main building there is a museum in the form of a lotus. There are exhibits of art, design and high technology.

And of course the highlight of the complex, for which everything was built – a casino.

Dimensions «Marina Bay Sands» impressive – 15,000 sq.m. Here, lovers of gambling can play 2300 player slots, and their attention is represented by 600 tables for all known games from the classic roulette and baccarat to Pai Gow Poker. Every day there are about 25,000 visitors.

Casino «Resorts World Sentosa»

Open the casino was a little earlier than «Marina Bay Sands», on the island of Sentosa. There are a lot of green (its architects postorayus save the design of the complex) and entertainment. The most popular is the Maritime Museum «The Maritime Experiential Museum», an amusement park with lots of «Universal Studios Singapore» Amusement, the world’s largest aquarium and water park, a fountain in honor of the teachings of Feng Shui «Lake of Dreams».

Casino impresses with its volume and variety of the offered games. Casino feature – the magnificent glass sculptures. Payments are made immediately, non-alcoholic beverages are served free of charge.

FYI Singapore casino

For residents of Singapore has strict laws – they have to pay about $ 100 every day for the right to visit the casino. Or buy a ticket for $ 2,000 for the annual visit. So, the government is actively fighting the Gamblers – every casino has a “black lists” of abusing the game. This money goes to the state budget to charity.

For foreigners simpler rules. You must be 21 and have to bring your passport. There is also a minimum dress code- clothes should be neat and not the beach (in shorts and flip-flops you will not be allowed).

Online Casino in Singapore

After the construction of land-based casinos the Singapore government to think seriously about the limitation of online gambling . The money did not flow away from the country. If earlier to video slots, blackjack and roulette had free access, but now it is not.

Discussion of “gambling policy” of the state are carried out in 2014 and most likely the decision will be in favor of the complete closure of the Internet space for foreign bookmakers and gaming operators. Since the beginning of 2015 has blocked such operators as IBCBet, SBOBet and MaxBET. All came under the lock of about 100 sites. During the game online illegal bookmaker, you can get a fine in the amount of approximately 275 000 or imprisonment for up to 6 months.

Singapore attractions

Singapore takes your fancy, not only for its diverse architecture and an unusual color, but also entertainment.

1. Ferris wheel . Address: 30, Raffles Avenue, round the clock. With him you will discover a beautiful view of the skyscrapers and even Indonesia with Malaysia (if cloudless). The highest point – 165 meters. Is a comfortable air-conditioned capsules, full circle takes about 30 minutes
2. Amusement Park Studios Universal . Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway. If you like rides. Enchanting shows and fairs – you here.
3. Optical illusions Museum . Address: 26 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa. The museum has more than 100 paintings and 3D, anyone can take a photo and touch all the exhibits hands.
4. Parks “Night Safari” and “River Safari” . Address: Rd Mandai Lake. About 2500 animals and 6,000 river animals live in these parks. There is a tram with a guided tour, which toured the huge park for 35 minutes.
5. Clarke Quay . Location: subway stop – Clarke Quay. Tourist promenade replete with entertainment, fountains, shops and bars. The very high activity, usually at night.

Interesting facts about Singapore and Singaporeans

• Singapore has a very strong sun burns can be obtained even when overcast;
• Singapore has very strict laws and therefore are safe;
• Open a company in 10 minutes – so much need for rgistratsii legal entity;
• The quality of food in the country at the second place after Japan;
• Here is the night race “Formuly- 1”

Singapore on the world map