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BACK TO 1986 — Driving Into Yesterday // Nostalgic Chillwave & Synthwave Playlist

This iconic photograph captures a beautiful, sun-drenched moment from circa 1986, looking north down the legendary Las Vegas Strip.

Originating from the golden era of "Old Vegas" charm, the frame is anchored on the right by the prominent Tropicana Las Vegas resort marquee, proudly advertising the famous "Folies Bergère" cabaret show. The landscape is a textbook definition of retro Americana, featuring vintage mid-century automobiles cruising wide asphalt lanes under a vast desert sky.

In the background, classic neon landmarks like the old Dunes sign stand against the majestic Spring Mountains, evoking an era when Sin City felt intimate, glamorous, and uniquely authentic.

The Exact Location Today: The historic Tropicana resort on the right closed its doors on April 2, 2024, and its main towers were completely imploded on October 9, 2024.

As of 2026, the entire site is being completely cleared and redeveloped to construct a massive, modern Major League Baseball (MLB) stadium for the Las Vegas Athletics, alongside a brand-new Bally's resort destination.

The wide, empty roads and low-rise signs have been replaced by towering modern mega-resorts, pedestrian pedestrian bridges, luxury hotels, and massive high-definition LED video boards.

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