Arts District

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The Hoover Dam, located on the border of Arizona and Nevada, was completed in 1936 during the Great Depression. It is a massive concrete arch-gravity dam that spans the Colorado River, creating Lake Mead, one of the largest reservoirs in the United States. The dam serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding region, generating hydroelectric power and providing irrigation water for agriculture.

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If you gave yourself an accidental case of whiplash trying to figure out if you were really seeing those giant neon boulders in the desert, you're not alone. Located approximately 10 miles south of Vegas, this vibrant installation comprises seven towering, brightly colored stacks of boulders, each reaching up to 30 feet in height. Created by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone, it's a temporary yet iconic addition to the desert landscape, inviting visitors to explore the intersection of art and nature in a uniquely immersive way.

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Since its creation in 1959, this iconic Las Vegas landmark has been a must-see for Sin City visitors. Snap a pic or two at this free spot that has become a symbol of the city on the South end of the Strip.

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The Fremont Street Experience brings a new level of entertainment to the original Las Vegas Strip's vintage hotels and casinos. This reinvigorated space includes multiple stages with nightly live music, a variety of street performers, and the Slotzilla Zipline. Their centerpiece is the world's largest LED canopy screen, where the swirling visuals create a multicolored glow throughout space.

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What's more impressive than a thousand fountains swaying to Frank Sinatra? Go ahead, we'll wait. The Bellagio fountains are a flagship attraction in Las Vegas, with 1,000 streams of water rocketing more than 400 feet into the sky. Whether it's your first or 40th time in Vegas, this free show never get old.

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The perfect spot to people watch, this outdoor entertainment promenade is chock-full of shopping, dining, and live performances at all hours of the day. It's flanked by super cool attractions like the High Roller, one of the largest observation wheels in the world, the Fly LINQ zipline, Brooklyn Bowl, and the Minus5 Ice Experience.

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A trip to Vegas isn't complete without stopping by this flagship attraction. It takes 120 horticulturists and engineers to maintain and swap out this seasonal floral exhibit five times a year. The Conservatory sits beneath a soaring glass atrium and is 14,000 square feet of sensory splendor. Trickling water features, live trees, and thousands of flowers are used for each display.

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