Word that means allure of the underworld

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I came across a word a while back and am not able to recall it at all though I found that word most useful to know.
It roughly means the allure or attractiveness of the underworld, in particular the gambling, sex, drugs, etc.
The word can be sort of like this.

The _____ of London in the 1960s under the Kray brothers motivated many gangsters to travel there.

Matthew D'Souza · Answer

enticement(s).
source - Cambridge Dictionary

Edwin Ashworth · Answer

The seductiveness of London in the 1960s under the Kray brothers motivated many gangsters to travel there.

Seductive is an adjective that describes the fascinating magnetic pull that someone or something has, an attractive quality that tempts
you in some way....

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neo_logophile · Answer

The epicurean lifestyle of London in the 1960s under the Kray brothers motivated many gangsters to travel there.

Epicurean: fond of or adapted to luxury or indulgence in sensual pleasures; having luxurious tastes or habits, especially in eating and drinking.

The voluptuousness of London in the 1960s under the Kray brothers motivated many gangsters to travel there.

Voluptuous: Given to or spent in enjoyment of luxury, pleasure, or sensual gratifications

Word that means allure of the underworld

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