~ Top 10 Sin Cities around the World ~

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Top 10 Sin Cities around the World

We all want to cut loose in a place we wont be judged, where the laws are quite a bit more flexible than what we are used to, who doesnt want to do something a little taboo or "out of bounds”? We all do it is human nature to sample or at least dip our hands into the cookie jar. This top ten list will let you know about the out of the normal, a little more flexible and taboo cities of the world, where you can get a taste of the dark side as any Jedi fan might say. This list will let you know the top 10 sin cities on earth, where walking down the street with a buzz is not so uncommon and smoking a little pot in a café while munching on some special brownies is part of everyday life. You may or may not have known about these cities of the world and you may never visit these sin cities but after reading this article you will know where they are.


1. Amsterdam, The Netherlands



The Netherlands whole reputation lies in its one city for most foreigners as it is one of the most well-known "sin” cities in the world, the city of Amsterdam. This is mainly due to the light drug laws on the distribution of marijuana; it is not uncommon that some of the marijuana cafes can serve out up to 5 kilos or more a day of the euphoria inducing drug. The way you can get your high in the city is through tea, in cigarette form, in pies, cakes, brownies and even eating a bud straight. The drugs are not the only thing the brings visitors to Amsterdam either, it is also the citys red light district, where you can literally find men and women on display and when the red light is flashing that means that those on display are open for business, well that is just a more polite way of saying prostitution is legal.

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2. Pattaya, Thailand



When most people think of Thailand they think of the big sin city of the country being Bangkok but this is not entirely true as locals will tell you the sin city that has a lot more taboo options is the city of Pattaya. The city has developed a very bad reputation as sex tourism has become one of the main attractions of the city. Prostitution is not technically legal in the city but being there you will be able to see that it is wide spread and seemingly overlooked. The nightlife has in the recent years started to reflect this nature of tourism but the government is taking actions to clean up the city and restore the citys once proud image. The city is also the site of Asias largest gay scene and is well-known for the very provocative gay only cabaret shows. The city hosts the largest gay pride festival in Asia each year as well.

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3. Las Vegas, Nevada, USA



The name Las Vegas is known throughout the world as being one of the beast places in the world to go out on the strip to club and gamble. People from around the world come to the giant city to work, visit, risk it all, go all in and even just to walk the streets so they can say they have been to there. Las Vegas is home to the biggest casino and resorts in the world it is also home to some of the finest restaurants in the world as well. The city attracts people from all walks of life every year. It is of course also the only place in the world that when you say, ”what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” and it will make perfect sense to those who hear the words. The town is also one of the only places in the United States that you can get married 24/ hours a day 7 days a week.

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4. Tijuana, Mexico



Even though Tijuana, Mexico is the countrys financial and economic epicenter and it is also the countrys capital of sin. The city has been in existence since before the Europeans first arrived in the early 1500s but the historical evidence has been long lost. Gambling and drinking are the main attractions and this was actually what brought US nationals to the areas during the years of the prohibition and even a little earlier than that but it is now a continuing attraction of tourists to the area. The city like Las Vegas never sleeps as clubs, casinos and bars never close. The biggest casino in the city opened in 1928 and even has its own private airport, during its first years the casino attracted in many gangsters and Hollywood stars looking to lounge and play the table. It was the interest that gangsters took to the city that brought to light a negative image of the city as it became a mob haven for many years.

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5. New Orleans, Louisiana, USA



New Orleans is definitely one of the top ten sin cities in the world and it has well-earned that reputation, it is one of the only places in the United States that you can go to a drive through alcoholic beverage distributor although drinking and driving is not legal the city allows citizens to buy alcoholic drinks from a drive through window, the most common beverage sold is daiquiris. The aspect that has put New Orleans on the map is the Mardi Gras celebration that takes place each year in February and bring in hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city looking to take part in the celebration on bourbon street where it is basically adults only. The going exchange is Mardi Gras beads for a flash, whether man or woman nudity and drunkenness is rampant during the Mardi Gras celebration on bourbon street. Police officers are strict about exposing yourself in public but with close to a million people in the small streets it is hard to control the mass.

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6. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil



With 6.3 million people in its population it is hard not to be a place of sin, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is the second largest city in the country and is home to the world famous Rio Carnival, which takes place annually and draws in the masses from throughout the world. During the festival the streets are packed and floats ride done the street with gorgeous Brazilian in bikinis but more commonly topless. The carnival though has many traditionally dressed dancers too but the main thing for tourist is the nude beaches and the huge Rio Carnival. Gambling is also legal in the city and this attracts many of the worlds high rollers and of course the negative effect of this is rampant prostitution. The city though is a great place to travel and visit as it has many UNESCO world heritage sites and usually receives awards each year as the best travel destination to spend a few weeks in.

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7. Moscow, Russia



The city of Moscow in Russia is the capital of the country and it is also the most populated city as well, the city is where many of the affluent of the country make their homes and the site of their business headquarters. Corruption is a big problem in the city of Moscow though and just about everything is found in the city from Massage parlors with a "happy ending” to casinos with no table limits and like some of the others on this list, sex tourism to the city has become quite popular. These of course are not the only things that the city offers for its tourists as the city is one of the oldest in Russia and has many historical sites that are worth visiting and some have been around for centuries. It is the main point of Russia financial industry and the main site of its economic growth.

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8. Manama, Bahrain



With a population of 155,000, Manama is the largest city in Bahrain and it is also the capital of the country. The city is full of very diverse cultural blends as throughout the citys cultivation there were many invasions from surrounding countries and political forces, many of which have left many of their invading forces behind after their departure. Of all the Arab countries in Bahrain womens rights are recognized and drinking alcohol is legal in the city as well. Although, there is a ban on Muslims taking part in the consumption of alcohol those that do not follow the ways are free to enjoy it. The nightlife scene is very vibrant and alive in the city having many all night clubs, bars and strip clubs even. In recent years many immigrants from Russia and some of the former soviet countries have made their way to the city and the importation of foreign prostitutes is very prevalent.

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9. Macau, China



Across from the popular Honk Kong in the city Macau in China, which is Chinas reining city of sin. As strict as the Chinese laws are on taboo subjects the city of Macau somehow manages to open doors unseen in other places of the world and this may be due to it being a hub to and from Hong Kong. Many foreign travelers travel from Macau to Hong Kong and this has attracted many people looking to take a piece of the flow of money that passes through the area and this is done in several taboo ways. The main way of course being illegal prostitution and underground gambling, this is very prominent in the area. The city itself is quite amazing in many different ways, first and foremost is the inherent historical sites that are found throughout the city and its surrounding lands. So dont let this city of sin pass you by.

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10. Berlin, Germany



Berlin is one of the most commonly travelled to cities in Germany and there are many reasons why it is so popular, the main one being that it is the financial epicenter of the country, the second being that it is the most culturally rich and diverse city of the country. The nightlife in Berlin is the most diverse in all of the European countries as it has so many different cultures making their home in the city, the bars and clubs in the city show this unique blend. The city hosts many huge street parties too, where people from all walks of life, dance, drink and party in the streets during the festivals. Berlin is also the main point for the gay community of the country as well; it has the biggest concentration of gay citizens in the country, which is a good thing as the biggest festival is the gay pride festival that takes place each year.