A casino is a building where people can gamble and play games of chance. It’s the kind of place where your grandmother might enjoy taking weekend bus trips to, with slot machines, poker tables and table games like baccarat or roulette. Casinos aren’t just found in Vegas – they’re all over the world, especially in countries where gambling is legal.

Casinos are designed to make people feel comfortable and relaxed while they’re gambling. They do this by creating an ambiance that’s luxurious and classy. Lush carpets and richly tiled hallways can complement carefully-designed lighting that’s often dimmed to help players lose track of time.

The main purpose of a casino is to generate income through the sale of tokens called chips that can be used to place wagers on various games of chance. Most casinos have a mathematically determined advantage over players, and this is known as the house edge. Casinos offer different games of chance to attract various types of gamblers, and many have restaurants and bars as well.

Some of the largest casinos in the world are located in Las Vegas, with the Bellagio in particular famous for its dancing fountains and high-end dining options. However, America’s biggest casino is actually in Ledyard, Connecticut, at Foxwoods Resort Casino, operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe. This massive casino is home to more than 7,000 gaming machines and 17 different table games. It also has a spa and two-story arcade.