Zona de Azar Czech Republic – Prague Airport Poised to Host Luxurious Casino for Elite Players
Czech Republic.- May 18th 2023 www.zonadeazar.com The Prague airport is poised to potentially house a casino catering to the wealthiest individuals worldwide.
Two new gambling projects were introduced at a public hearing between the city of Prague and the Central Bohemian Region, in the town of Tuchoměřice.
The Grand Arena complex, developed by GPC Win a.s., intends to build a hotel and multifunctional hall primarily dedicated to international poker tournaments.
The establishment should boast 140 gaming tables, 25 roulette and blackjack tables, as well as up to 400 slot machines. Additionally, it will house a lavish 72-room hotel, restaurant, and bars.
Another casino, featuring live games and slot machines, will be situated behind the Pop Airport Outlet and entertainment center in Tuchoměřice.
This project is led by Kaprain, owned by billionaire Karel Pražák, who already possesses the largest outlet and entertainment center in Central Europe—POP Airport.
The outlet currently offers renowned international clothing brands and Majaland, an amusement park with several attractions, including the Dinosauria museum showcasing original prehistoric dinosaur bones.
Nevertheless, the ambitious construction plans have stirred concerns among Tuchoměřice residents, who apprehend the potential repercussions of a casino within their community.
During the project presentations, the investors’ representatives stressed that their companies have long-standing histories with transparent Czech ownership and organizational structures. Statistics were presented to demonstrate that the presence of casinos no longer correlates with increased crime rates, in contrast to the past.
However, residents expressed anxieties regarding safety, potential surges in criminal activity, prostitution, social problems, and disturbances during nighttime. They voiced concerns about the impact these establishments might have on the local economy and employment opportunities.
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