Las Vegas Economy
Las Vegas Economy
Las Vegas bills itself as the "Entertainment Capital of the World," and tourism, gaming, and entertainment represent a large portion of the city's revenue. In addition to its renowned casinos, Las Vegas attracts visitors to its outdoor shows, including simulated volcanic eruptions, pirate duels on artificial lakes, and laser cannon displays. Indoor casino shows, with world-famous entertainers, are also popular. Annual events include the National Finals Rodeo and the Las Vegas Invitational Golf Tournament. Las Vegas is a popular destination for tours and conventions, including Comdex, an annual computer show. The Las Vegas Motor Speedway opened in 1996.
The federal government is also a major presence in Las Vegas. Nellis Air Force Base is the city's largest single employer. In addition, there are a number of military bases headquartered nearby, and a permanent nuclear waste site at Yucca Mountain has been proposed.
Las Vegas is served by McCarran International Airport, rail service, and several major highways. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, was founded in 1957. It is the main university in southern Nevada. The Community College of Southern Nevada has its main campus in North Las Vegas.
Specialty museums include the Liberace Museum and the Guinness World of Records Museum. Other museums in Las Vegas include the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society, which features exhibits on Nevada's history from 12,000 bc to 1950; the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, which houses wildlife and dinosaur exhibits; and the Las Vegas Art Museum.
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