How Las Vegas Was Born: From Desert Oasis to Global City

How did Las Vegas rise from a remote desert settlement into one of the world's most famous cities? Long before the neon lights and famous resorts, Las Vegas began with something much simpler: water. Natural springs made the desert a place where travelers could stop, settle, and build. Then came the railroad, bringing new people, trade, and opportunity. In 1905, land around the railroad was auctioned, helping establish the town that would become Las Vegas. But the city's story did not end there. The construction of Hoover Dam, the growth of infrastructure, the development of the West Side, and the arrival of new resorts and tourism transformed Las Vegas throughout the 20th century. This is the story of how a desert oasis became a global city. Subscribe to History of the World for more stories about the cities, civilizations, countries, and events that shaped our world. #LasVegas #History #HistoryOfTheWorld