Peru gambling, casinos and poker

Peru is a popular destination in Central and South America not just for regular touristers but also for all those who love gambling. Peru boasts of over 48 casinos in different locations. Lima has various casinos, while other cities and towns have a few too. Here is an overview of the industry in this part of the world.

Casinos in Peru

Peruvian casinos are quite popular and include names like the Palacio Royal that is present in Arequipa, Chiclayo, Huancayo, Huanuco, Huaral and Piura. Lima has two casinos that are the Majestic Casino and JW Marriott Hotel and the Sheraton Lima Hotel & Casino. Lima also boasts of a racecourse for horse racing called the Hippodrome de Monterico. Miraflores boasts of Admiral Benavides casino, Admiral la boheme slots, Admiral Poker palace, Atlantic City casino, Bellagio, La Hacienda hotel and Casino Le Hacienda, Mardi Gras and Tropicana.

Gambling in Peru

Gambling is well played and much enjoyed in Peru, both by locals and tourists. The casinos boast of games that cater to every taste and include blackjack, roulette, craps, and slots and of course poker. Security is provided properly at most casinos, so tourists need not worry about that aspect. Weekend patrolling and extra security in the night is also provided. Over a hundred slot machines are present in each casino to cater to this popular game. Besides the places for gambling listed on popular sites and directories, there are various local casinos too. While a few of these may be good, most joints are seedy and not recommended for tourists. Choose the place you go to carefully or you may end up being rigged.

Playing Poker in Peru

The game of poker is well enjoyed and played in Peru as in many other places. Most casinos offer poker though many do not mention it. A new development in the poker scenario includes banning of smoking. Following this, non-smoking areas have been introduced in Peruvian casinos for poker players. However for players who want to smoke, they can walk down to the casino floor, were smoking is allowed. This move has boosted the rise in customers for many casinos. This includes Texas station casino where the change was made in January 2005. Bellagio and Bally's casinos are also expanding into smoke-free rooms.

Peru Tourism

Peru is a popular destination for tourists visiting Central and South America. With the various casinos it has, tourists are attracted to beautiful Peru even more. Choose the casinos you visit carefully and enjoy the casino experience.