Las Vegas, Nevada

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State of Nevada

716 N. Carson Street, Suite B
Carson City, NV 89701

Phone: (775) 687-8393
Fax: (775) 684-5446
URL: www.nv.gov

Name officially adopted in 1861 when territory was established by Congress; from Spanish meaning snow-capped. Tourist-connected industries (hotels, casinos, amusement and recreation facilities) make up the largest employment category. There are big resort areas, with nearby skiing as well as sunbathing, near Lake Tahoe, Reno, Las Vegas, and elsewhere. Ghost towns, rodeos, trout fishing, water skiing, and deer hunting are other attractions