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One of the most prominent announcements regarding the Sea Breeze area in the past year: Amin Agalarov revealed a plan for a casino that will, according to the announcement, be the largest in Europe — on Nardaran Beach, within the Sea Breeze area.

The Announced Data

Data	Detail
Area	Over 90,000 sqm
Gaming Tables	Over 100
Slot Machines	Over 1,500
Ceiling Height	40 meters
Surrounding Hotels	10 branded hotels
Additional	A small concert hall within the complex

The Legal Basis

The announcement comes following a law approved by the Azerbaijani parliament in July 2025, allowing casinos specifically on artificial islands in the Caspian Sea (see full legal background expansion) — gambling remains prohibited on the mainland itself.

What is Still Unknown

As of the writing of these lines, the project awaits final government approvals. There is no official opening date, nor an official announcement regarding the specific investment amount in the casino itself (although Sea Breeze as a whole is reported as an investment of about $700 million).

Not Without Controversy

It is important to note fairly: the project has reignited a real public debate in Azerbaijan surrounding the legalization of gambling — Nardaran itself is described in sources as a "traditionally conservative" area. This is not an announcement that passes without criticism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the casino already operating?

No. As of the writing of these lines, it is in the approval stage, not construction or actual operation.

Who is behind the project?

Amin Agalarov, the same figure behind Sea Breeze as a whole.

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Update from the field: A representative of the Property Center personally visited the project site and witnessed the advanced construction work of the casino — according to what was observed on site, the structure's framework is already in significant stages of construction. It is important to note: this is our direct observation from a site visit, and not an official announcement from Sea Breeze or state authorities (which have not yet published final approval or an official opening date) — both sources should be considered concurrently.

Based on our assessment following the visit, and considering the pace of progress observed, we estimate that the opening is expected in about a year and a half, plus or minus — our estimate only, not an official date published by the developer.

The casino has a name: CASINO ROYALÉ

New official materials also reveal the branding: the project is named CASINO ROYALÉ. The official rendering shows a structure in a classic-European style, with a grand columned entrance and prominent "CASINO" lettering on the facade — an aesthetic that positions it alongside world luxury casinos like Monte Carlo, not a standard gambling complex.

The Scale of Sea Breeze as a Whole

According to a recent interview with Amin Agalarov (June 2026), Sea Breeze already stands today at about 3 million built sqm, out of a master plan of 30 million sqm. The investment so far is estimated at about $5 billion, with another $5 billion in process. Apartment sales in the project jumped from 3,600 units in 2024 to 7,000 units in 2025 — a growth rate that positions the project as one of the fastest in the area.