Nevada's Natural Attractions

One natural attraction that nature lovers are sure to enjoy is the Southern Nevada Zoological Botanical Park in Las Vegas. This world-class zoo features more than 200 species of wondrous animals and plants. Hosting a rare family of Barbary Apes, this zoo is a place that offers visitors one of the best educational experiences possible in the US when it comes to learning about primates. Overall, the Southern Nevada Zoological Botanical Park is a magnificent natural preserve that provides a great experience for the entire family.

For those travelers who love to ski, a visit to Lake Tahoe will certainly be a pleasure. With championship golf courses in the area and top-notch ski resorts, Lake Tahoe offers visitors plenty of outdoor entertainment all year long. All in all, Lake Tahoe is a destination that you are sure to be talking about for years to come.

Another fabulous natural attraction that visitors from around the world have found fascinating is the Red Rock Canyon. Formed from red colored sandstone, this canyon is one of Nevada's most scenic locations. As a destination that offers a tranquil setting for contemplating nature and gives visitors a spectacular view of Nevada's desert landscape, Red Rock Canyon is a must-see sight for anyone visiting this great state.

Nevada's Historical Attractions

One of Nevada's finest historical attractions is the King Tut's Tomb and Museum at the Luxor resort in Las Vegas. This magnificent museum has impressive displays that draw visitors into a replica of the famous tomb that was discovered in 1922. With stone treasure and burial chambers deep inside this replica tomb, visitors get a glimpse of how King Tut's tomb appeared in ancient times. Overall, visitors to this attraction are sure to find themselves transported back to the time of the pharaohs.

While King Tut's Tomb and Museum is impressive, Nevada's most colossal historical attraction is located just 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas. The Hoover Dam rises over 700 feet above the Colorado River and is significant because it was one of the nation's first hydroelectric dams. Built as a public works project during the Great Depression of the 1930s, Hoover Dam has accomplished the astonishing feat of bringing reliable electricity to millions of homes across Nevada and Arizona. Considering the massive impact this landmark has had on the recent history of Nevada, it is understandable why it has been recognized as a US Historic Landmark by the US Department of the Interior. On the whole, few other sights in the US can compare with the magnificence of the Hoover Dam.

Nevada's Cultural Attractions

For those wanting to enjoy fine art while visiting Nevada, then a stop by the Stremmel Art Gallery in Reno is definitely needed. This fantastic art gallery features exhibits that display fine modern European and American artworks such as contemporary paintings, sculptures, and drawings. All in all, anyone visiting this gallery is sure to be awestruck by the fabulous art on display.

Another very eclectic art museum is the Goldwell Open Air Museum near the ghost town of Rhyolite, Nevada. This spectacular art museum features seven gigantic outdoor sculptures that look like they are from another world. In addition to these massively impressive sculptures, the Goldwell Open Air Museum offers numerous day and residential artistic programs that teach visitors how to work with a variety of artistic mediums. On the whole, the Goldwell Open Air Museum is certainly one of the finest places in Nevada to learn about art.

In conclusion, Nevada certainly has something to offer everyone who visits this marvelous state. Whether you are an avid hiker and nature lover or a connoisseur of cultural things, you are bound to find something to fall in love with on your trip to the Silver State. All in all, Nevada is certainly a vacation destination you will enjoy and want to return to over and over again.

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Other Useful Sites about Nevada state
These Nevada State sites have been curated by our editorial team

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Government

Nevada Legislature - The people branch of government
Washoe County, Nevada - Official Website. A growing area located along the eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in western Nevada.
The Official Website of the State of Nevada
Official Site of Clark County, Nevada
Welcome to the Department of Taxation - Nevada Department of Taxation provides state income and business tax forms and information.
Las Vegas, Nevada - The Official City of Las Vegas Hompeage

Business & Development

Economic Development Authority Western Nevada - provides information for businesses relocating to Western Nevada
Nevada Small Business Development Center - A statewide resource for business assistance, providing a unique array of services, expertise and training in all areas including starting, growth, and development of a business.
Nevada Business Magazine - Nevada Business Journal digs deeper to deliver the real stories behind the headlines every month, with carefully-researched, complete coverage of issues.
Nevada Development Authority - Offers a full range of free services for businesses locating or relocating to the Southern Nevada area.
Rural Nevada Development Corp. - To provide economic development assistance and financing opportunities to small businesses and healthy, safe, affordable housing to people in Nevada

Education & Training

College of Southern Nevada - creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community.
University of Nevada Music Department - oasts a faculty of world-class performers and scholars committed to providing a creative, vibrant and challenging center for artistic development.
Educate Nevada - Providing opportunities for Nevadans to improve their lives and their communities through a college education.
The Nevada Public Education Foundation - Secures and sustains resources to assist, support and promote excellence in public education programs in Nevada.
Nevada Colleges - Comprehensive listings of the local colleges throughout the state of Nevada.

Organizations & Associations

Southern Nevada Dart Association - An association promoting and organizing steel tip darts in Southern Nevada.
Nevada Amateur Softball Association - To promote softball for all persons, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry.
Nevada Association of Counties (NACO) - To encourage county government to adopt and maintain local, regional, state and national cooperation which will result in a positive influence on public policy and optimize the management of county resources; to provide valuable education and support services that will maximize efficiency and foster public trust in county government.
Nevada Museums Association (NMA) - A non-profit membership organization made up of museum professionals as well as businesses and individuals interested in museums.
Nevada Association of the Deaf (NVAD) - the leader in Deaf and Hard of Hearing resources in Nevada.

Health & Families

Nevada Academy of Family Physicians - provides information, lectures, and meetings
Creelman Insurance Services offering health insurance for individuals and families
Emergency Preparedness Training from the American Red Cross.
Health Plan of Nevada - Provides information about plan options and benefits and a glossary.
The Nevada Health Care Coalition (NHCC) - A tax-exempt Nevada nonprofit corporation dedicated to improving health care quality and providing cost-effective health care solutions. To enable health provider contracting and health care purchasing programs, NHCC supports a subsidiary Nevada nonprofit corporation, Nevada Health Partners.

Arts & Culture

Vanishing Nevada - provides photography by Glen Sheehan of the mining camps and ghost towns in Nevada
Nevada Arts Advocates - develop and support cultural and educational activities designed to sustain funding and foster appreciation of the arts. It exists to encourage Nevadans to participate in and enjoy the arts.
Nevada Arts Council - A Division of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, supports the work of Nevada artists, arts organizations and institutions and is funded by the Nevada State Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts. to enrich the cultural life of the sate through leadership that preserves, supports, strengthens and makes accessible excellence in the arts for all Nevadans. Nevada Arts Council programs serve as a catalyst to stimulate artistic, cultural and economic activity across the state, animate its breadth of communities, insure lifelong learning in the arts for all Nevadans, and to encourage public and private support for the arts.
Nevada Museum of Art - The only accredited art museum in the state of Nevada and serves as a cultural and educational resource for everyone. They provide the opportunity for people of all ages to encounter, engage and enjoy a diversity of art experiences.
The Sierra Nevada Arts Alliance - A collaborative alliance of the county arts councils in the twenty-two counties of the Sierra Nevada region. By teaming with tourism and cultural organizations, historical societies, museums and agricultural interests, the members of the Alliance take an active role to attract visitors and to sustain the lively arts communities of the Sierra Nevada.
Nevada Art Galleries - A guide and listing of fine art galleries located in Nevada. The art galleries feature contemporary art, traditional art fine art, glass art, prints, sculpture, fine art photography and other types of visual art. If you are interested in collecting art or would like to purchase art, these are art galleries where you can find artwork in Nevada.

Recreation & Sports

Lake Tahoe Recreation - An online guide to the activities available at Lake Tahoe
Nevada Recreation Guide - offers information on the different recreational opportunities in the state
Nevada Casino Information & Gambling Guide - A complete list of gambling facilities in Nevada
Wild Island Family Adventure Park - A family Indoor recreation center that has bowling, karts, waterpark, mini-golf courses, function areas that you can held and accomodate for Birthdays, company picnics, youth groups and more.

Real Estate

KRCh Realty - A Reno Nevada Real Estate, serving the Reno and Sparks NV real estate market. Krch Reno real estate agents can help you find the perfect home.
Carson Valley Real Estate - Here you can search the entire Northern Nevada Multiple Listing Service. Gillmor Coons Real Estate group can assist you in all of your real estate needs from Residential, Genoa Lakes Golf Course Properties, Carson Valley Ranches, Vacant Land, Northern Nevada Industrial, Commercial Investment & 1031 Exchanges. Northern Nevada is an exciting place to live, work & play with four seasons, a temperate climate,endless recreational acitivities & a friendly tax structure. Whether you are looking to relocate or invest in Northern Nevada this website is the place to start your journey!
Nevada Home Hunt - This site is designed for you the buyer, because the agent specialize in working with buyers looking to relocate, invest or buy their first home they can give you the personalized service and information you need to make your experience Buying Northern Nevada and Carson Valley real estate hassle free!
Northern Nevada Real Estate - This is the website to find out about real estate in Northern Nevada including Carson City, Lake Tahoe, Reno-Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Gardnerville, Minden and Dayton. Great Outdoor Recreation. A Variety of Residential Areas. Mild Climate & Temperatures. Quality Educational Institutions. Favorable Tax and Business Climate.

Shopping & Entertainment

Henderson Live - A Guide to Southern Nevada's Arts and Tourism provides many events and showcases for art, music and tourism in southern Nevada.
Cheetah Las Vegas - Las Vegas Topless Gentlemens Club
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino - The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where such acts as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Nine Inch Nails and The Killers have all performed.
Las Vegas Nightlife - A nearly Complete directory of popular Bars, Brew Pubs, Micro Breweries, Comedy Clubs, Dancing, Music, Gentlemens Clubs, Brothels and other nightlife in Las Vegas, Nevada, and nearby.
Las Vegas Nevada Clubs and Nightlife Guide - provides the most relevant information and links to Las Vegas bars, dance clubs, pubs, wine bars, and other club and nightlife alternatives in an efficient web directory format.
Reno Nevada Shopping Malls - A guide to Reno Nevada shopping malls. Includes Washoe and Carson counties.

Tourism & Travel

Nevada Magazine - an online edition of the magazine that is published by the Nevada Commission on Tourism
Nevada Places to Go - An online guide to wilderness areas, towns, cities, state parks, national parks, points of interest, and museums throughout the state
Travel Nevada - your ultimate guide when visiting to Nevada
Downtown Reno - America's Adventure Place and one of the most unique and dynamic destinations worldwide! Visit Downtown Reno for thrilling casino action, luxurious accommodations, endless Reno entertainment choices, five-star dining and resort amenities and the best Reno concerts and nightlife. It's all here in Downtown Reno, Northern Nevada's ultimate playground!
All About Reno - Provides information all over Reno for Hotels, Entertainment, Casinos, Events and more!

 

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