Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America - Sin City
Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada. Established in 1905, the city features many giant hotel-casino complexes known primarily for gambling, shopping, dining, and nightlife. The city's famous tolerance for various forms of adult entertainment earned it the title of "Sin City" long ago, attracting curious visitors from around the world. Often an adult getaway destination, the city has made an effort in recent years to expand its family-friendly attractions. Part of the city's charm is its constantly changing landscape of high-rises, often an unusual mix of elegance and kitsch. To get your bearings, start in the compact town center, easily explored on foot.