At 1,149 feet, the Stratosphere
is the tallest building west of the Mississippi. Although it constantly looms over the Las
Vegas skyline, it can't manage to attract enough people to make a profit. The Stratosphere
has been in financial trouble since it's opening due in large part to it's terrible
location. The Stratosphere is in the middle of nowhere. The nearest casino is the
Sahara, and it's not that close. This makes casino hopping very difficult and inconvenient
unless you are driving.
The big attraction of the
Stratosphere is the scenery. The view from the top of the Stratosphere is breathtaking. At
one time the Stratosphere charged an exorbitant fee to get to the observation deck, but
they have recently reduced the admission to lure more people. Go at night to see Las
Vegas' unforgettable nighttime vista.
Another attraction of the Stratosphere are the two thrill rides
located at the top of the tower.
