A Brief History of Gambling in Hong Kong

Since the opening of Hong Kong, gambling has been diverse and mixed with Chinese and Western characteristics. There are all kinds of gambling, from holding mahjong tiles and playing "Heaven Nine" cards to betting on horse racing. Looking back at the development of gambling in Hong Kong, from a malignant poison in the past to a popular leisure and entertainment activity today, who was behind the promotion of local gambling in Hong Kong, which led to a big gambling craze that continues to this day? Mr. Lu Jin, a famous Hong Kong storyteller, has compiled a brief history of Hong Kong gambling by combing through ancient literature, government announcements, and collecting local folklore and rumors. The content is in-depth and easy to understand. The development of Hong Kong's gambling industry, including gambling venues, laws, gambling equipment, types of gambling, and even government-run gambling, are all explained in detail for readers.