| The gambling was legalized in Portugal in 1927, being allowed in Estoril, Madeira Island, Espinho , Curia, Sintra (never opened), Santa Luzia (never opened), Figueira da Foz and Praia da Rocha. Will be granted, for given period.
Povoa, traditional beach area with several illegal casinos, was not covered by legislation. Because no one has run for the Santa Luzia area concession, the people requested the trasnfer of the grant, which he achieved.
Was constituted the Empresa Turismo Praia Povoa de Varzim, that the municipality was a shareholder, and secured the award.
During the years 1929 to 1933 the casino worked in the casino halls of the old Casino Chinez. On June, 10, 1934 was inaugurated the casino building, which continues until today, with successive changes, but keeping the original façade.
The dealership is now Estoril Sol, which also owns the casinos of Estoril and Lisboa.
The casino had several assignements: Monumental Casino da Povoa de Povoa, Monumental Casino da Póvoa, Casino da Povoa de Varz |
