Henderson

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The city of Henderson, Nevada, lies in the Las Vegas metropolitan area only five miles from the city of Las Vegas. It is Nevada's second biggest city (Las Vegas is the largest). This rapidly growing suburb of 257,729 people is located in the Mojave Desert within Clark County. Henderson is fortunate to be situated near three of the top man-made attractions within the world - the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the Las Vegas Strip - and natural attractions that are famous around the world - Death Valley and the Grand Canyon. This particular resort city features top-notch golf courses, famous casinos, world-class meeting facilities and great attractions. Each year, numerous of tourists come to Henderson to benefit from all kinds of entertainment the area has to offer.

The site of Henderson was the chosen location of the WWII Basic Magnesium Plant. This particular plant produced magnesium to be used in airplane parts and in the munitions casings of incendiary devices. Engineer Fred D. Gibson learned the secret of creating magnesium on a trip to Great Britain. The technology of the "miracle metal" gave the United States and its allies an edge which helped win the war.

The city's cultural attractions are many. The Water Street Arts District boasts exceptional shops and restaurants. Visit the Old Town Art Gallery to see exhibits of paintings, photography, jewelry, glass and sculpture. Two vibrant Farmers Markets offer local produce and crafts. Acacia Park features the Acacia Demonstration Gardens where people could see exhibits on artistic landscaping and water conservation techniques. At City Lights Art Gallery, art lovers could participate in the visual arts through exhibits, art classes and workshops. Art a la Cart cafe is an exceptional venue for making craft. The Clark County Museum maintains some historic houses that showcase significant periods within the region's history.

Around Henderson, there are many outdoor activities to enjoy since the city is close to the landmarks: Death Valley, the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, the Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon. These places provide plenty of possibilities for hiking, photography and sightseeing. Among the best methods to experience the natural attractions of the area is to go to the world-famous parks, such as Grand Canyon National Park and Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Outdoor enthusiasts could enjoy hiking, picnicking, camping, wildlife observation, rock climbing and cycling. The recreation of a western mining town could be located within Bonnie Springs, along with a petting zoo and horseback riding. Watercraft are available for rent at Calville Bay Marina on beautiful Lake Mead. Mt. Charleston area is a remarkable location for experiencing a cowboy trail ride.