las vegas

Las Vegas is a vibrant city known for its 24-hour casinos, elaborate hotels, fine dining, and entertainment shows. It serves as a leading financial, commercial, and cultural center for Nevada.

Founded in 1905, Las Vegas was established as a city in 1911. It is famously known as the 'Gambling Capital of the World' and has a rich history intertwined with the construction of the nearby Hoover Dam, organized crime, and the entertainment industry.

Las Vegas is a melting pot of cultures with a diverse population, including a significant Hispanic community, and it's known for its celebration of cultural events and festivals.

• The Las Vegas Strip is the brightest place on Earth when looked at from space.
• There are more than 150 casinos in Las Vegas.
• The iconic 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign was created in 1959.
• The city has a 'black book,' a list of banned people from all casinos.
• Las Vegas is home to the largest gold nugget on display, named 'The Hand of Faith'.
• It wasn't until 1931 that gambling was legalized in Nevada.
• The famous Las Vegas Strip is actually located just outside the city limits.
• Las Vegas hosts more than 22,000 conventions annually.
• The Luxor Las Vegas' Sphinx is a 101-foot-high replica of the Great Sphinx of Giza.
• More than 41 million people visit Las Vegas each year.
• The Bellagio hotel has more rooms than the number of residents in Bellagio, Italy.
• The Bronze lion outside of the MGM Grand Hotel weighs 50 tons.
• The Stratosphere Tower is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the USA.
• Las Vegas casinos never use dice with rounded corners.
• Many of the largest hotel, casino, and resort properties in the world are located on the Las Vegas Strip.

• Book shows and hotels in advance for better deals.
• Stay hydrated and use sunscreen, as it can be very hot.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as the strip is long and walking is common.
• Be aware of peak seasons such as New Year's Eve and major conventions.
• Take advantage of free attractions like the Bellagio fountains.
• Set a gambling budget to avoid overspending.
• Explore beyond the Strip to Downtown Las Vegas and the Arts District.
• Utilize ride-sharing services for convenient transportation.
• Join players clubs for potential discounts and rewards.
• Be mindful of time while gambling; the casinos do not have clocks.

• Look for hotel and flight packages.
• Visit attractions during weekdays to avoid higher weekend pricing.
• Use coupons and discounts available in visitor guides and online.
• Eat at off-strip restaurants for better price-quality ratios.
• Take advantage of happy hours for discounted food and drinks.
• Use the Deuce bus or the monorail for budget-friendly Strip transportation.
• Avoid ATM machines at casinos to save on withdrawal fees.
• Watch out for resort fees when booking hotels.
• Purchase refillable drinks bottles if staying for a few days.

• Police (Non-Emergency): 702-828-3111
• Fire Department (Non-Emergency): 702-383-2888
• University Medical Center: 702-383-2000
• Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center: 702-731-8000
• Emergency Medical Services: Dial 911

Las Vegas experiences a subtropical hot desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Average summer highs are around 104°F (40°C), and winter highs are around 58°F (14°C).

The best time to visit Las Vegas is from March to May and from September to November when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller.