Las Vegas is known for unusual attractions and the Downtown Area Container Park is considered to be one of them. The outdoor retail and entertainment complex was conceived by Tony Hsieh as part of his plan to revitalize the downtown area.
The project was inspired by Boxpark in London and was built using 43 shipping containers and 41 mining cubes. A children's play area was added with an artificial tree and treehouse made from four shipping containers; however, children are not allowed in the park after 9:00 PM. Also added to the entertainment complex was a railroad caboose and covered stage area. The park opened November 25, 2013.
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At the entrance to the Park is a large heart-shaped metal Love Locket where lovers can attach "love locks" that bind their relationship together with padlocks. The locks became so popular that additional hearts were added on the inside of the complex. ("DTLV" stands for "Downtown Las Vegas.")
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Also located at the entrance gate is a large metal praying mantis that spews fire from its antennae and plays music through seven speakers. The praying mantis was originally built for one of the annual Burning Man Festivals. It is mounted on the back of a truck and can be driven around for special events. The fire spewing from the antennae is more spectacular at night.
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Entrance to the park is under a really long container. In some locations the containers and cubes are stacked three levels high.
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Adults are allowed in the children's area and can climb up to the treehouse. However, the entrance at the bottom of the tree is really small.
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Some children's programs are offered during the day, but most stage performances are at night.
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I like the sign over the Mexican Restaurant: "Real Mexican Food By Real Mexicans."
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Entrance to the park is free and about 2,000 people visit the park each day, mostly after dark.
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