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Reno Travel Guide

Reno, known as "The Biggest Little City in the World", is famous for its casinos, and is the birthplace of the gaming corporation Harrah's Entertainment. Before the late 1950s, Reno was the gambling capital of the United States.

About Reno

Reno covers an area of 69.3 sq. miles (179.6 sq. Km) and is estimated to have a population of 650,000 people being the second-largest city in Nevada and the county seat of Washoe County.

Wilbur D. May Museum

Wilbur D. May MuseumHaving traveled around the world more than 40 times, Wilbur May amassed an astounding collection of artifacts. He was a philanthropist of the first order and left a marvelous legacy for generations to enjoy. His collection includes T’ang Dynasty pottery, primitive African treasures and Egyptian artifacts.

A genuine shrunken head is in there somewhere. The trophy room displays big game from around the world; the tack room is loaded with western memorabilia. The arboretum contains hundreds of plants native to the high desert.

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