Welcome to Mondo Las Vegas
Classic Las Vegas Landmarks, Things To Do, Mid-Century Modern Architecture, Rat Pack History, Tiki Lounge and Cocktail Culture, Historic Neon Signs, Vintage Vacation Kitsch
You read the guidebooks and they've told you to go see the white tigers at the Mirage, the pirate ship at Treasure island, the Masquerade in the Sky at the Rio, the volcano at the Mirage, the fountains at Bellagio and the gondolas at the Venetian… Now you wanna see something more "inside."Las Vegas is even more than the Entertainment Capitol of the World. It's a great place to travel to see great design, architecture, interiors and graphics. Mondo Vegas is meant to show you another view of Vegas and offers glimpses into the glamorous history and unusual present.
Yes, there still is a flip side to Vegas. You want cocktail culture? You want to get a feel of Classic Vegas? It's still here! While mega casinos come and go, some cool places managed to hang on.
AND new casinos are doing things in the 'old' tradition that are worth a visit, too.
So start clicking below to explore unique spots to visit the next time your travel to Sin City... A smattering of kitschy places to go - sometimes seedy, but always fascinating.
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