Las Vegas really is a cartoon city—it’s architecture is purely representational, its scale misleading. The ‘Strip’ is a testament to the luxury and folly of American capitalism, a slightly embarrassing representation of our culture. Fueled by the legalization of gambling, what started as a remote desert railroad depot has become one of the most dynamic cities in the world. With a constant stream of tourist dollars and a building boom to support the influx of people seeking jobs in its lucrative service economy, ‘Sin City’ is much more than a gambling mecca, family destination, and capital of hedonism.