Las Vegas Landmarks
Tourist attractions, famous landmarks and other points of interest in Las Vegas, Nevada:
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The resort was formerly known as The Aladdin. The casino was originally opened in 1963 as the Tally-Ho. It was later called King's Crown in 1964.
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Formerly Nevada Southern University, The first classes were held on the current campus on September 10, 1957 in Maude Frazier Hall. The current name was adopted in January, 1969.
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The Venetian stands on the site of the Sands Hotel, which was imploded on November 26, 1996. It officially opened on May 3, 1999. Built at a cost of $1.5 billion, it is one of the most expensive resorts of its kind ever built.
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