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Historical marker location:

Berlin, Nevada

( Marker can be reached from Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park Road, 2 miles south of Route 844, on the left when traveling east.)

Las Vegas was originally a stopover for travelers: Las Vegas, now known as a major tourist destination and entertainment capital, was originally just a stopover for travelers between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. It wasn't until the 1930s that the city began to develop its reputation as a gambling and entertainment destination.