10,000 years ago Paleo-Indians first visited the Las Vegas valley hundreds of years ago. They lived as nomads, traveling and camping in different locations. These people left behind petroglyphs that help us tell our early history.
Economy
The primary drivers of the Las Vegas economy have been the confluence of tourism, gaming and conventions which in turn feed the retail and dining industries. The city serves as world headquarters for the world's two largest Fortune 500 gaming companies, Harrah’s Entertainment and MGM Mirage. Several companies involved in the manufacture of electronic gaming machines, such as slot machines, are located in the Las Vegas area.
Tourism
The major attractions in Las Vegas are the casinos and the hotels. The most famous hotel casinos are located on Las Vegas Boulevard on the portion of that road known as the Las Vegas Strip. These larger casinos are located outside of the city. Many of these hotels are massive, providing thousands of rooms, with their large adjoining casino areas.
Education
Elementary schools - 62
Middle schools - 16
High schools - 9
UNLV satellite campus - 1
CSN satellite campus - 1
Culture and Recreation
Parks - 68
Golf courses - 14
Public swimming pools - 12
Sources:
http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/index.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas,_Nevada
