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submitted: Aug 28th 2008 | by: MikeMulkern | Total views: 2 | Word Count: 432 | |

Located in Clark County, Las Vegas, Nevada has an incredible history and a nightlife that earned it the nickname of "Sin City". It is also referred to as "The Entertainment Capital of the World" due to all the activities.With a population of over five hundred thousand, you are sure to see a lot of different faces. It is also well known for its resorts, casinos and shopping along with the amount of industry in the area.

Being the only state in the United States to allow legalized gambling, Nevada attracts people from all over the country and world to the Las Vegas casinos. Many movies and television shows feature Las Vegas and its nightlife. The Las Vegas Strip, where most of the action is, is lit up in neon lights.

Las Vegas officially became a city in 1911 and today it is one of the fastest growing cities in America. Gambling became legal in Nevada in 1931 and in 1946 the first of the hotels opened up on what would become the Las Vegas Strip. It was the Flamingo Hotel.

Las Vegas has grown widely and there are numerous places to stay depending on your lifestyle needs and budget. The large and fancy hotels on the Las Vegas Strip will cost the most, of course, but come with the most amenities and are the most convenient. If you want to save some money for the gambling tables, find a place off the strip.

Head back to the strip at night. It's very cool in the desert at night and comfortable to walk around after dark. But with all the lights turned on it's an amazing spectacle. Head out for a meal at a world famous restarant and take in a famous Las Vegas show. Try your luck in one of the many casinos.

Many people go to Las Vegas just for the casinos and you should at least stop in to see what is going on. Get lessons on the gaming if you need to and join the action. If you don't have a stash of money, try the slot machines for a little fun and take in all the action going on around you. Be sure to check out the world famous nightclub acts while you are there.

Las Vegas is a very interesting city even if you don't gamble. Rent a car and visit the local Spring Mountains or take a drive to Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. There is something for everyone at Las Vegas. Put it on your vacation list.

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