Las Vegas is a city bustling with nightlife, great food spots, amazing Las Vegas hotels and one of a kind entertainment. It’s also a go-to location for a party vacation. However, the city still has its wholesome attractions and plenty of appeal for moms, families, couples, and young people.
Of course, Sin City will always be known as the hub for gambling and casino enthusiasts. In fact, the gambling capital boasts over 16,000 slot machines in the city’s casinos. Regardless of their efforts, even the casinos in the gambling capital of the world have their competition, as the popularity of online casinos has propelled the integration of slot machine games into online betting, which is now being done at a faster pace than ever using cryptocurrency. While we are still focused on Las Vegas, if you happen to be interested, you can find many fun crypto betting facts online.
Now online, it’s easy to find out the most generic facts about Las Vegas. After all, the city did receive 38.8 million visitors last year, so of course lots of people are actively searching for things related to the city. In this article, we will explore beyond the same boring facts about the city. So, here are 5 interesting and non-generic facts about Sin City that will make you want to visit.
1. There is a Sustainable Underground House You Can Visit.
This rare, but strange gem exists on Spencer Street in Las Vegas. From the outset, it looks like an average normal house but from underneath, there is a Cold War-era house complete with artificial scenery and things to do, making it a functioning and a historical attraction. Back then, it was built to be a fallout shelter, due to the potential threat raised of nuclear war during the Cold War.
The house was designed and built in the 1970s by businessman Jerry Henderson. To access it, you must take a stairwell 23 feet underground to immerse yourself in the 1970s and 80s-style décor of the house. It was once listed for sale for $18 million.
Opening on the 15 of September, the house is a great place to go to enjoy the bar, swimming pool, sauna, or putting green. If you’re looking to host an event, that is.
2. It is home to The World’s Largest Golden Nugget That Currently Exists
Yes, the rumors are true, Las Vegas claims the proud title of the city home to the world’s largest golden nugget that currently exists. The display of the nugget is located in The Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino if you want to see it. It was found in September 1980 by Kevin Hillier in Wedderburn, Australia with his metal detector.
The nugget, known as The Hand of Faith, weighs a staggering 61 pounds. Hillier sold it to be displayed for over a million dollars to the hotel, and it has become quite the tourist attraction of its own. If you happen to stay in the hotel or even be walking past, it’s worth going into the lobby just to take a glance at it.
3. Those in the city consume over 60,000 pounds of shrimp every day
It’s no secret that Vegas is famous for its shellfish, and if you happen to be a lover of seafood, Vegas is the place to go. As a melting pot of different cultures, it’s no surprise that Vegas is a foodie’s paradise. Housing many of the world’s largest hotels and casinos, the city needs to be able to compete with its food, too. If you are looking for one alcohol-free thing to do in Vegas, chowing down on some shrimp is your first order of business. Check out The Legends Oyster Bar and Grill which has all the cheap seafood you can desire or even one of Vegas’ huge seafood buffets for a dinner you’ll never forget.
Local specialties and other seafood delicacies are in abundance in Vegas, so you do not want to miss trying the Legends Shrimp Soup or any other shrimp dishes the city has to offer.
4. Over 150 Weddings take place in Vegas everyday
Vegas has seen its fair share of celebrity wedding scandals, but it is also a place where couples come to be joined in holy matrimony. Over 150 weddings take place in Vegas every day thanks to the city’s bright lights, endless hotels, and places to party; it’s a wedding party’s paradise.
For those daring enough, Vegas is also famous for its wedding officiation services. For a couple hundred dollars, you can get married in various wedding chapels with an Elvis-wannabe marrying you and the love of your life. Pretty great for a quick and hilarious wedding ceremony. The Little White Wedding Chapel is a favorite among couples. Including Britney Spears.
5. There are only 5 inches of rainfall in the City on average yearly
Nevada is well-known as a state that largely rests on desert land. So when asking how to spend a rainy day in Vegas, you probably won’t need an answer, due to the state’s dry and hot climate.
Sin City is no stranger to the hot, dry sun. The city receives an average of up to 5 inches of rainfall every year, although this can fluctuate. For visitors, this is optimal as you can take your time exploring Vegas’ outdoor beauty. Take a day trip to the Hoover Dam, and the Red Rock Canyon, or even hop in a hot air balloon ride over the Pahrump Valley for stunning views.
