Incorporating iconic New York symbolism with commercial architecture, the New York New York hotel and casino along the Las Vegas Strip presents an "only in Vegas" tourist attraction complete with a Statue of Liberty replica, seen here reflected in the water surrounding the feature. Coins tossed in by tourists provide the star affect.
Dubbed "the Bliss Dance," artist Marco Cochrane's 40-foot tall dancing woman was inspired by his first experience at Burning Man, the annual arts and culture event in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. The artwork is a centerpiece of MGM Resorts International's area between its New York New York and Monte Carlo hotel and casinos dubbed "The Park." The area also serves as an entrance to MGM Resorts T-Mobile arena.
Dubbed "the Bliss Dance," artist Marco Cochrane's 40-foot tall dancing woman was inspired by his first experience at Burning Man, the annual arts and culture event in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. The artwork is a centerpiece of MGM Resorts International's area between its New York New York and Monte Carlo hotel and casinos dubbed "The Park." The area also serves as an entrance to MGM Resorts T-Mobile arena.
Tourist cross the Las Vegas Strip in front of the Monte Carlo hotel and casino. Pedestrian safety has been improved over the years, but remains an issue where elevated walkways have not been installed.
Visual clutter is not unique to Las Vegas, but along the Las Vegas Strip it is often taken to new heights as properties big and small compete for tourists.