Casinos in Sri Lanka

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Casinos in Sri Lanka

If looking to try your hand at a game of chance or just wanting to have a good time, one has plenty of options to choose from. Casinos in Sri Lanka are legalised and are based mainly in the heart of Colombo. Almost all establishments are open for 24 hours a day and bets at most tables start at Rs.500.

Gambling has had a presence in the country for several decades, with the first casinos opening up in Colombo in the late 1970s and bookies existing long before and today it is a prevalent pastime in the city with people frequenting casinos to either test their luck at the tables or to simply enjoy the great entertainment and cuisine provided at the establishments.

Some of the more popular options include Bally's Casino, an up-market casino well-known for its lucky tables and good entertainment, featuring roulette, blackjack and professional poker.

The Bellagio is yet another regularly frequented casino and even though it bears an identical name, it has no relationship with the casinos in Las Vegas. A modernistic up-market casino, it's fitted out with the latest equipment guaranteeing that those entering it have a good time.

One of the oldest establishments in the city, Stardust is quite famous with over 10 years of history and it too is well-known for its lucky tables and good live entertainment and features blackjack, roulette and baccarat.

Other options within the city are the MGM Casino, Crown Club, Continental Club, Ritz Club amidst several others.

Five star accommodation in Sri Lanka

While Sri Lanka provides ample accommodation for visitors on any sort of budget, the country boasts a range of five-star accommodation all across the island for the more discerning visitor to the country. From the larger hotel chains to the stylish boutique hotels on the beaches of the South to the hills in the heart of Sri Lanka, one has no shortage of options to choose from.

Cultural Triangle

A country rich in history and culture is none other than the paradise island of Sri Lanka. The heart of most of its dramatic history and its ancient civilization is in the cultural triangle. This area is formed by linking the ancient capitals of Anuradhapura, Polannaruwa, Kandy, and Dambulla with Sigiriya in the centre. The cultural triangle is a UNESCO world heritage site and is the pride of all Sri Lankans.

IT and BPOs in Sri Lanka

Amidst Sri Lanka’s booming economic development since the end of the civil war, several industries have come to the fore as key revenue earners and one such sector is the IT/BPO industry. The country is quickly emerging as a global IT/BPO destination in several key areas and is now ranked among the Top 50 Global Outsourcing destinations by AT Kearney and ranked among Top 20 Emerging Cities by Global Services Magazine.