{"id":161913,"date":"2023-09-25T14:04:46","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T14:04:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=161913"},"modified":"2023-10-09T13:58:32","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T13:58:32","slug":"gambling-oldest-casino-in-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/gambling\/gambling-oldest-casino-in-history\/","title":{"rendered":"Gambling History: Visiting the Oldest Casinos on the Planet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embark on a historical journey through the world&#8217;s five oldest casinos. From Vegas to Venice, experience gaming where it all began.<\/span><\/p>\n           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-content\").slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-accordion-item\").removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().addClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideDown();\r\n                        }\r\n                    });\r\n                })\r\n            <\/script> -->\r\n\r\n\r\n            <!-- start html -->\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"news-key-takeaway-wapper\">\r\n                                <span style=\"background-color:#39b54a;\">Key Takeaways<\/span>\r\n                <ul class=\"news-key-nbox\" style=\"border-color:#39b54a;background-color:rgba(57, 181, 74, 0.1);\">\r\n                                                        <li>Golden Gate Casino in Las Vegas, established in 1906, is the oldest operational casino in Sin City, hosting gamers amidst its historical charm and modern renovations.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Casino de Monte Carlo in Monaco is a globally recognized gaming destination since 1856, thanks to its royal heritage, A-list patrons, and Hollywood fame.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Casino di Venezia in Italy, built in 1638, is the world's oldest active casino, providing a unique blend of renaissance architecture and modern gaming facilities.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \n<h2><b>Journey through Time: Unveiling the Five Oldest Casinos Around the Globe<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As COVID-19 continues to curtail our wanderlust, many of us, here at Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, find ourselves longing for the vibrant allure of an evening spent in a <\/span><a href=\"\/gambling\/casino\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">casino<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A night at a casino embodies everything we&#8217;re missing: the communal spirit, the thrill of the unexpected, the extravagant wins, and the alluring atmosphere filled with food, music, and entertainment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, virtual gaming platforms serve as our primary source of amusement, with platforms like Betfair offering a taste of the high-stakes action we miss. However, the anticipation is building for the day we can return to the bustling gaming floors.<\/span><\/p>\n                        <!-- <div class=\"container-c\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"row justify-content-between\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"col-post-800\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- start html -->\r\n                        <div class=\"blockquote-wapper\">\r\n                            <div>\r\n                                <span class=\"text_quot\">\r\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embark on a historical journey through the world&#8217;s five oldest casinos. From Vegas to Venice, experience gaming where it all began.<\/span><\/p>\n                                <\/span>\r\n\r\n                                <div class=\"quot_icon\">\r\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/themes\/culture\/icons\/i_quot.svg\" type=\"image\/svg+xml\">\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"quot_tick\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/themes\/culture\/icons\/i_quot_tri.svg\" type=\"image\/svg+xml\">\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <!-- end html -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                                    \n<h2><b>Exploring the World&#8217;s Oldest Gaming Houses<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To mark the triumphant return to the physical casino scene, we&#8217;ve put together a list of the world&#8217;s five oldest casinos, where history and gaming intertwine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Golden Gate Casino, Las Vegas<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Las Vegas&#8217;s oldest operational casino, the Golden Gate, has been hosting gamers since 1906, first as the Hotel Nevada. Despite facing a temporary gambling prohibition after its opening, it eventually resumed full operations in 1931, rebranding as the Golden Gate Casino in 1955. The casino&#8217;s recent renovation in 2017 ensures that it continues to be a crowd-pleaser.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167828 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Golden-Gate-casino-las-vegas-e1695650276751.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Gate Casino Las Vegas\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Golden-Gate-casino-las-vegas-e1695650276751.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Golden-Gate-casino-las-vegas-e1695650276751-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Golden-Gate-casino-las-vegas-e1695650276751-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Casino de Monte Carlo, Monaco<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Established in 1856, the Casino de Monte Carlo is Monaco&#8217;s oldest and most iconic gaming destination. Princess Caroline of the House Grimaldi initiated this venture to save the state from bankruptcy. This glamorous casino has been a backdrop in Hollywood movies like Ocean&#8217;s Twelve and Casino Royale and remains a hotspot for the affluent gamers of Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167829 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Monte-Carlo-Monaco-e1695650381924.jpg\" alt=\"Casino de Monte Carlo Monaco\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Monte-Carlo-Monaco-e1695650381924.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Monte-Carlo-Monaco-e1695650381924-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Monte-Carlo-Monaco-e1695650381924-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kurhaus Casino, Baden-Baden, Germany<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mid-1820s saw the emergence of the Kurhaus Casino in Germany&#8217;s Baden-Baden region. This architectural gem near the German-French border boasts a reputation cultivated since the 1830s when France imposed a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/gambling\/sites\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gambling<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ban. The neo-classical aesthetics of the Kurhaus Casino continues to captivate gamers and architecture enthusiasts alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167830 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Kurhaus-Casino-Baden-Baden-Germany-e1695650464400.jpg\" alt=\"Kurhaus Casino Baden Baden Germany\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Kurhaus-Casino-Baden-Baden-Germany-e1695650464400.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Kurhaus-Casino-Baden-Baden-Germany-e1695650464400-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Kurhaus-Casino-Baden-Baden-Germany-e1695650464400-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Casino de Spa, Belgium<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite a fire during World War I that almost obliterated the Casino de Spa, it remains a testament to Belgian resilience. Built in 1763 and reconstructed in 1918, this historic casino provides modern gaming amenities amidst the charm of its storied past.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167831 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Spa-Belgium-e1695650511709.jpg\" alt=\"Casino de Spa Belgium\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Spa-Belgium-e1695650511709.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Spa-Belgium-e1695650511709-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-de-Spa-Belgium-e1695650511709-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Casino di Venezia, Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the heart of Venice, the Casino di Venezia, built in 1638, proudly stands as the oldest operational casino in the world. Originally a lavish residence, the city of Venice later converted it into a casino, blending stunning architecture with modern gaming amenities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167832 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-di-Venezia-Italy-e1695650556685.jpg\" alt=\"Casino di Venezia Italy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-di-Venezia-Italy-e1695650556685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-di-Venezia-Italy-e1695650556685-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Casino-di-Venezia-Italy-e1695650556685-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10028,"featured_media":167833,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3585],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-161913","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gambling"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/161913"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10028"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=161913"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/161913\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/167833"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=161913"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=161913"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=161913"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}