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HISTORICAL FACTS: Gambling with thailand s future | History Defined

A recent photo shows Kings Romans Casino by the Mekong River on the Thai-Lao border.

Whether you support it or not, betting and gambling dens have been commonplace in much of Thailand for a long time, despite authorities' attempts to stamp it out.

Thai people love playing cards and betting on sports, particularly football and cockfighting, although gambling is currently illegal here.

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