babylon casino

Gambling in Macau has been legal since the 1850s when the Portuguese government legalized the activity in the colony. Since then, Macau has become known worldwide as the "Monte Carlo of the Orient", and gambling has become a significant part of the city's economy.

Macau's economy relies heavily on gambling. At this moment, according to official statistics, gambling taxes form 70% of Macau's government income.

Macau has twenty-eight casinos, of which the biggest is the The Venetian Macau. They all operate under a government franchise and under a common set of rules.


Located in Macau's Fisherman's Wharf,
Babylon Casino opened up for the public
on December 23, 2005.


It is owned by Dr. Ho's SJM.


Babylon Casino was originally destined to be a nightclub on Fisherman's Wharf but the plan was altered and a casino was set up instead.


Babylon offers 120 slot machines and about a hundred table games.
It opens 24 hours a day.


Babylon casino is small by mega resort standards.


weekend reflection

I was simply amazed looking at the reflections
at the entrance of this Miami Restaurant
just nearby the Babylon Casino.


Comments

  1. rainfield61January 8, 2010 at 11:21 PM

    You must be very rich after the visit.

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  2. GabrielJanuary 9, 2010 at 12:13 AM

    owh! the reflection looks like a painting. hehee...

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  3. UnknownJanuary 9, 2010 at 1:25 AM

    Nice pictures. I have been in one when I was just 15. The guards chased me out.lol

    hugs,
    shakira

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  4. Pietro BrosioJanuary 9, 2010 at 3:01 AM

    Very nice images, Wenn. It reminds me of the "Casino of Sanremo" in Liguria region.

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  5. TekkausJanuary 9, 2010 at 6:14 AM

    I have never been to any casino before. Not even our very, own Genting. Haha :D

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2010 at 6:20 AM

    I like the colours they used to emphasize the architecture.

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  7. DoraJanuary 9, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    Wenn, any luck@the casino?...

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  8. AyieJanuary 9, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    did you gamble and win?

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  9. AyieJanuary 9, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    happy weekend!

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  10. Rose worldJanuary 9, 2010 at 9:13 AM

    Nice architectual!!! You gamble??

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  11. BlossomFlowerGirlJanuary 9, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    That's a very fancy set of windows. Did you go inside? Enjoy your weekend.
    Cheers.

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    Nice reflections. Looks like the house tips the odds in it's favor.

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  13. EbieJanuary 9, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    I love the design of the doors on the second photo. It looks like a teepee!

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  14. MODERN ROBINSON CRUSOEJanuary 9, 2010 at 12:25 PM

    Wenn certainly going places...Any luck on the table? :D

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  15. eastcoastlifeJanuary 9, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    28 casinos!? I thought there were only 3. I heard the Venetian is majestic.

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  16. GlennisJanuary 9, 2010 at 2:37 PM

    28 casinos, so many ways to lose my money, or so many ways to win more, I have to admit I do like the machines, not quite so much the table games, they are rather complicated for me.

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  17. PatJanuary 9, 2010 at 2:48 PM

    The reflections on the entrance doors are pretty cool - sure make it look enticing to enter.

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  18. Gena @ thinking aloudJanuary 9, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    Amazing architectural details and great reflections!
    Gena

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  19. William Hill CasinoJanuary 9, 2010 at 3:10 PM

    Wow Looking gr8 ......

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  20. VPJanuary 9, 2010 at 6:11 PM

    Reflections may be dangerous and distracting in a casino...

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  21. cieldequimperJanuary 9, 2010 at 6:34 PM

    Incredible place, lol @ VP!

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  22. HildaJanuary 9, 2010 at 8:10 PM

    There are reflections in all of the windows and doors! The designs of which are fantastic.

    70%? Wow.

    Happy weekend!

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  23. MalyssJanuary 9, 2010 at 8:17 PM

    beautyful reflection mixed with colors!

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  24. CheaHSanJanuary 9, 2010 at 9:16 PM

    Nice building.

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    Wow..what a beautiful building! The reflection in the last picture is fantastic.

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  26. DoanLegacyJanuary 10, 2010 at 2:54 AM

    That's beautiful reflection, and great building!

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  27. JamesJanuary 10, 2010 at 4:15 AM

    Hi Wenn. The building looks really neat and the reflections are cool. I like the palm trees.

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  28. KatJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:12 AM

    Nice series of photos. The second is my favorite, love the composition and the play of light and shadow. Kathy

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  29. CherylJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    Like the reflection photo very much. All the photos are great, such lovely casinos.

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  30. maryt/theteachJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:40 AM

    Beautiful design of the Babylon Casino! Excellent reflection in the Miami Restaurant! :)

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  31. WoodyJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    My favorite is Dr. Ho's! I like the angles.

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  32. UnknownJanuary 10, 2010 at 12:13 PM

    HI Wenn
    I love the patterns on the building - very decorative.
    E

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  33. life ramblingsJanuary 10, 2010 at 12:35 PM

    i visited a few casinos in Macau some years ago but i didn't gamble, can't afford to lose money.

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  34. manglishJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    ahhh didnt notice this one wen i was there..good excuse to go bk again

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  35. eileeninmdJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    Great reflections and photos!

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  36. wennJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    I don't gamble.

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  37. LeeJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:43 PM

    Hi Wenn, I am enjoying the tour of Macau with your well taken photos.
    Thank you for the exposure, Lee.

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  38. This Is My Blog - fishing guyJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:55 PM

    Wenn: What a nice looking place, that should make for a fun evening of entertainment.

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  39. Mummy GwenJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    Wow...very nice indeed. :)

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  40. JamaJanuary 11, 2010 at 2:15 PM

    Very soon we're going to have casinos here in the Integrated Resorts, with more tourists arrival, I hope.

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  41. PeteJanuary 11, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    Good way to earn money from taxes and tourist!

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  42. foongpcJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:41 PM

    Did you see any fu dogs in front of the casinos?

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  43. wennJanuary 13, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    fpc, what is fu dog?

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