New York-New York Hotel & Casino, "The Greatest City in Las Vegas," towers above the Nevada desert; Innovative, $460 million property re-creates the best of New York City

LAS VEGAS/ Jan. 3, 1997--The majesty of the Statue of Liberty...the excitement of Times Square...the ethnic flavor of Chinatown and Little Italy...the nostalgia of Coney Island.

The Big Apple is known throughout the world and its landmarks are cherished by millions. Now, Las Vegas patrons have the opportunity to enjoy the best of the New York experience by visiting New York-New York Hotel & Casino -- a unique, new property that combines the sights and sounds of America's most famous metropolis with the fun and excitement of gaming.

Hailed as "The Greatest City in Las Vegas," New York-New York Hotel & Casino has brought the magic of the original "city that never sleeps" to the Nevada desert, home to the other city that never sleeps, through its re-creation of traditional New York landmarks. The $460 million property, which is a joint venture between MGM Grand Inc. and Primadonna Resorts, is located at the Tropicana and Las Vegas Blvd. intersection, making it the final addition to the new "four corners" section of the Strip.

The property's innovative facades re-create the classic Manhattan skyline, complete with 12 New York-style skyscrapers that house 2,034 guest rooms and suites. These interconnected structures are approximately one-third the actual size of the New York City architecture. The tallest building replicates the Empire State Building at 529-feet, 47 stories. Other icons include a 150-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty; a Coney Island-style roller coaster called Manhattan Express; a 300-foot long replica of the Brooklyn Bridge; and a replica of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.

To complete the whole picture and truly put visitors in the front seat of a New York cab, design elements throughout the property also reflect the history, color and diversity of Manhattan's Park Avenue, Central Park, Broadway, Times Square, Financial District and Greenwich Village.

"There is nothing like this on the Las Vegas Strip," said William Sherlock, president and CEO of New York-New York Hotel & Casino. "We have truly built 'The Greatest City in Las Vegas.' This property re-creates everything that is wonderful about the Big Apple. From the food, to the architecture, to the sights and sounds of this incredible city, our visitors are able to experience the energy and excitement of one of the most unforgettable places in the world."