When people are considering their vacation to Las Vegas, most are thinking about the bright lights, the entertainment and the gambling. While all of these things are obviously why Las Vegas has become one of the most popular tourism attractions in the world, another reason to visit is its proximity to some of the most beautiful natural spaces in the world as well. You see, Las Vegas was originated as a stopover point in the middle of the desert for travelers who were going from the east coast to the west coast. The travel through the desert was difficult, and as a result a stopping point was established in the desert that would have access to the things that travelers were seeking, hotel rooms, food and other items. The positioning of Las Vegas itself became very important for people visiting areas in the southern portion of the western United States, and it continues to do so today. If you are seeking a reprieve from the bright lights for anywhere between one to three days or so, you can easily visit Zion Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon. All of these destinations are within about 4 hours of driving distance from Las Vegas, with Zion actually being only around 2 hours. So why should you use a few of the days of your Las Vegas vacation to visit Zion and Bryce? Thats easy, because you are never going to see areas like these anywhere else. Both Bryce and Zion have their own unique characteristics that make them some of the most stunning and beautiful national parks in the country, both of which leave visitors with a sense of awe at the unspoiled wilderness. Both areas have some of the most picturesque landscapes on earth
When people are considering their vacation to Las Vegas, most are thinking about the bright lights, the entertainment and the gambling. While all of these
