Casino de Juegos de Arica, Gambling establishment in Arica, Chile
Casino de Juegos de Arica is a gaming establishment housed in a modern multi-level building located near Brasil Park. The venue contained gaming floors equipped with slot machines and table games for visitors.
The establishment first opened in 1960 at the Hosteria Arica before moving to its current location near Brasil Park in 1963. It operated for over 60 years until closing in 2022 with plans to become a cultural center.
The establishment served as a social gathering place where locals attended fashion shows and live performances alongside gaming. These events gave it a role beyond gambling in the community's entertainment life.
The building is located on Avenida General Velasquez and is accessible to visitors in the city. Access was typically available during evening and nighttime hours with an entrance fee required.
Beyond gambling tables and machines, the venue featured an event hall that could accommodate up to 1,200 people for conferences and shows. This dual purpose made it more than a typical gaming space in the regional entertainment scene.
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