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State Capitol   Denver

State Capitol, Denver

 15 Reviews  My son and husband didn't visit the capitol per se but they did take pictures of the building and sculpture outside. The capitol building is a one of the key features in the memorable Denver skyline... 

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Red Rocks   Denver

Red Rocks, Denver

 4 Reviews  Red Rocks Amphitheatres: It is a really beautiful place. You can usually get in, when there is no concert and just walk around. It is a fun place to go to a concert; they have a wide variety of... 

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Bronco Buster   Denver

Bronco Buster, Denver

 3 Reviews  The most famous statue in Denver is the Bronco Buster, which is a bronze statue at the Denver Civic Center. In the mid-1910s, at the request of Major Robert Speer two large bronze statues (the Bronc... 

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Denver Zoo   Denver

Denver Zoo, Denver

 2 Reviews  see the Denver Zoo. There are so many cute animals and it doesn't cost that much, but the food stands are costly, so I would pack a lunch. Plus, there are so many shopping malls. all the parades.... 

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Boulder

by traveldave

Located about 35 miles (56 kilometers) northwest of Denver, and now part of Denver's metropolitan area, Boulder is a beautiful city situated at the base of the Flatirons (pictured here). Boulder is home of the University of Colorado, whose spacious campus with ivy-covered buildings made of red sandstone is just south of the downtown area. The Pearl Street Mall is the focal point of Boulder, with boutiques, art galleries, sidewalk cafes, excellent restaurants, and street performers. Boulderites are sports enthusiasts, and it is common to see people walking, jogging, and riding mountain bikes on the many mountain trails just outside the city. Outside Magazine recently named Boulder the "Number One Sports Town in America."

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the joy of doing what you are not supposed to

by richiecdisc

Colorado is the land of the Rockies and outdoor activity. Enjoy it to its fullest. The rangers at the various National Parks have very different personalities. My favorites were the ones at Rocky Mountain National Park. They knew about the trails. Not from reading, but from actually walking them. We had our sights set on Flattop Mountain and possibly another valley hike nearby, but a ranger explained you could combine the two into a long loop hike. He said that the traverse between the two trails wouldn't be marked, but that the route would be obvious as long as the weather was clear. The only catch would be we would have to cross the Andrews Glacier on the route. There would be signs warning of the danger of hidden crevasses, but at that time of year we would be fine as long as we stayed off to the side and got off onto the scree at the first safe moment, and way before we got to the...

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Denver

by traveldave

Situated at an altitude of one mile (1.6 kilometers) above sea level, Denver is known as the "Mile High City." Colorado's capital and largest city, Denver is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. People are lured to the area by a booming economy, a pleasant climate, and unlimited outdoor recreational opportunities. With about 3,050,000 inhabitants in the greater metropolitan area, Denver is the financial, cultural, and transportation hub in the six-state mountain region known as the "Rocky Mountain Empire." After a devastating economic slump in the late 1980s, Denver is currently undergoing a renaissance, with a large influx of population, one of the best economies in the nation, massive new construction projects throughout the metropolitan area, and an explosion of new cultural amenities and facilities. Denver is the best educated city in the United States, with more...

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Weather

by Tom_Fields

The scenery in this state is usually enjoyed best in the morning hours. If you want to go out sightseeing, try to get an early start. As the day goes on, it often becomes cloudy and may storm. Even if there's no rain, the haze degrades the view. So this is a good place for a morning person.

Estes Park

by traveldave

The high-altitude park that would one day become Estes Park was first visited by the local Indians who summered in the area to escape the heat of the plains below. The town was named after Joel Estes, the first white man to settle in the area. Nowadays, Estes Park is one of the busiest and most important tourist areas in Colorado. As the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, there are many amenities for the influx of tourists. Estes Park abounds with restaurants, shopping options, and hotels and motels. The area offers almost unlimited outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, boating and rafting, fishing, mountain and rock climbing, mountain biking, and nature watching.

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Manitou Springs

by OlenaKyiv

This small town near Colorado Springs received its popularity for waters rising from the aquifers deep below the ground, that filled with minerals in high concentration, including the carbonic acid, which gives the water its’ bubbles. First ones who noticed the healing quality of the water were Indians that visited this valley for centuries. Major Stephen Long arrived in 1820, along with surgeon, Doctor Edwin James. It was Dr. James who wrote of the health benefits of the mineral waters. After that many rich people came to this place to heal their and their children health. Manitou’s development quickly attracted wealthy tourists and long-staying guests. Manitou was laid out like a European spa town, affectionately referred to as Palmer’s “Little Switzerland” , with numerous public facilities and parks. When tuberculosis was no longer a national health threat, the town became from health...

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When to Visit?

by AVG2319

Each season offers different activity choices:If you love to ski, obvious choice is winter.Elk are easily seen in the fall.In my opinion, Summer (June & July) is the best time to see the most.Just remember on timing-Colorado still has snow in the mountain areas end of May.

Blessed Be!

by Faustinah

The world needs our prayers. Remember always to be thankful for all that you have. If you can read this now, you have been blessed. Please ask the gods and goddesses to bless others. Do something good for someone everyday. And praise the powers that be.Blessed Be!

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Wolfe Tattoo Company!

by Faustinah

Wolfe Tattoo is owned and operated by Lynette Wolfe, tattoo artist. It is located in Pueblo, Co. off Santa Fe and 3rd. Lynette Wolfe is an awesome artist. I've received tattoos from several artists and she is, by far, the most skilled. I'm a little biased since she is my best friend. Call for an appointment...719-583-1INK(583-1465).Wolfe Tattoo Company

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Diversity of Colorado seasons

by TropicGirl77

The greatest thing I like about Colorado, is the genuine surprise of seasons! Winters can be blistery cold and lots of snow (depending on where in the state you are) or a light sweater day during this time of year! Go figure! There are four distinguishable seasons in here, each awesome as only mother nature (or God) can provide! Each season is vibrant, and even an ignorant person cannot help but gasp in awe at such beauty. One particular memory that stands above all, is one year, in the middle of July we headed off for the zoo, and were wearing long coats and dressed for winter!!! It was that cold ... we thought we had warped into the North Pole. The single most exhilarating experience for me in Colorado, is when autumn rushes in, and endless hillsides shimmer with the golden glitter of aspen foliage!

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Top 3 Hotels in Colorado

The Ritz Carlton Denver  Denver

 4 Reviews and 169 Opinions  The rooms are very spacious, and ofcourse all are suites here at this hotel! You have a sitting and... 

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The Broadmoor  Colorado Springs

 13 Reviews and 501 Opinions  We held our latest executive event here. 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Please can anyone tell me what is the nearest Yellowstone entrance from Denver. Many thanks. 

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A: Just a couple of miles/kilometers. You should be able to do the drive in an easy 10 hours + ... 

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