5. Venice, Italy
Gambling is a part of Italian history. Even the word “casino” itself originates from this country. It dates back to the days of Roman Empire. And Ludus Duodecim Scriptorum, the ancient backgammon, was so popular back then.
Then back in 1638, the first gambling house was first opened in Venice. Ridotto, now called Casino di Venezia, is the oldest one in the world. And after that, more and more gambling clubs, now called casinos, followed throughout the country.
The Ca’ Vendramin Calergi, the classic games room of this casino, is located on the Grand Canal. So, put on your best suit or dress and get there with a gondola. That is the perfect way to enjoy Venice to the max.
With such history of gambling, it should come as no surprise that the nation is ranked fourth in the world in terms of gambling losses with $24 billion collected annually. And averagely, Italians lose $410 every year to gambling per adult resident.
