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Denver Holidays, Hotels & Travel Guide
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Denver Holidays Overview
A guide to holidays in Denver - Although it is literally a 'Mile High City',
being sited one mile (1.6km) above sea level, Denver is flat and
sprawling, overwhelmed by the backdrop of the majestic peaks of the
Rocky Mountains.
It was founded as a gold mining
camp in 1859, and at the centre of the Old West it was filled with
cowboys, gamblers, saloons, gunslingers, Native Americans, and
crooked characters such as the infamous Jefferson 'Soapy' Smith.
Although very little gold was discovered, a city was laid out and
the name Denver attributed it. Having since shed
its cow-town image and evidence of its western past, it has
developed into a modern city with wonderful museums, historic
architecture, cultural attractions, shopping venues and a
world-class airport. It has more than 200 parks and tree-lined
boulevards and a completely refurbished lower downtown area (LoDo
to the locals), where blocks of old Victorian buildings and
warehouses have been carefully restored to house restaurants,
galleries, antique shops and jazz clubs. Historic Larimer Square is
the heart of the dining and nightlife scene. Denver brews more beer
than any other city in America and most of it can be sampled in
LoDo where the city's brewpubs proliferate. Most
residents are active nature lovers who take advantage of the city's
setting, the pleasant climate and unlimited outdoor adventures just
minutes from the centre, including skiing, hiking, mountain biking
and fishing. Tourism focuses on its natural setting and the
outdoors, and as such it is a major destination for tourists
heading into the mountains. Visitors to Denver will be pleasantly
surprised by its welcoming and friendly
nature.
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Denver
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Colorado History Museum
1300 Broadway
www.coloradohistory.org |
What is it? Documenting the colourful history of Colorado
and the stories of those who lived here, the Colorado History
Museum brings to life the history of cowboys and gunfighters,
Native Americans, miners and gold panners, explorers, buffalo
hunters, wagon trains and railroads. Colorado and its diversity is
portrayed from the earliest inhabitants to its pioneer families
through innovative exhibits, historic photographs, artefacts and
news clippings. There are exhibits on life in 19th century Denver,
Buffalo Soldiers and the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings, and life and
culture in the American West. Special exhibits are held throughout
the year and there is an excellent bookstore and gift
shop.
Hours of Operation: Open daily from Monday to Saturday between 10am and
5pm, and Sunday from noon to 5pm
Phone:(303) 866 3682 |
2. Denver Art Museum
100 W, 14th Avenue Parkway
www.denverartmuseum.org |
What is it? Housing one of the largest Native American
art collections in the country, the Denver Art Museum is a huge,
seven-storey structure that also features the works of American
Western artists, and art from Africa, Europe, Asia and the Pacific.
The growing American Indian collection displays work from 150
tribes throughout the country, arranged geographically and spanning
almost 2,000 years. Discovery Libraries contain shelves of art
objects and prints, a costume closet that allows visitors to try on
olden-day clothing, as well as reading
corners.
Hours of Operation: Closed on Mondays. Open on Tuesday to Saturday from
10am to 5pm, and Sunday from noon to 5pm. On Wednesdays selected
floors stay open until 9pm
Phone:(720) 865 5000 |
Denver
holidays - Top Events
1. LoDo Music Festival
From 2007-06-01
To 2007-06-30
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What is it? For the past 10 years the LoDo Music Festival
has had the people of Denver dancing in the streets to an eclectic
mix of music, from jazz and folk music to reggae and house. Another
popular feature of the festival is the community drum
circle.
Where is it? Main entrance to festival site is on the corner of Blake and
20th Streets |
2. Denver March Pow Wow
From 2007-03-23
To 2007-03-25
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What is it? Hundreds of Native American dancers and
musicians from 70 or more tribes gather at this annual event to
compete and demonstrate their talents for delighted spectators,
Indian and non-Indian alike. Besides the dancing and drumming,
there is plenty of authentic Native American food to sample, and
numerous arts and crafts stalls to browse.
Where is it? Denver Coliseum |
3. CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair
From 2007-06-02
To 2007-06-03
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What is it? For more than 30 years Denver has
traditionally heralded summer in fine style with a buzzing and
crowded neighbourhood fair organised by Capital Hill United
Neighbourhoods. Civic Center Park is transformed into a funland
filled with several stages featuring continuous performances, along
with hundreds of art and craft stalls and a food
bazaar.
Where is it? Civic Center Park |
4. The Great American Beer Festival
From 2007-09-27
To 2007-09-29
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What is it? The statistics involved in this, the world's
biggest gathering of varieties of the brown brew under one roof,
are mind-boggling, but all go to prove that it is worth travelling
to Denver in September! More than 330 breweries are represented and
there are close on 1500 brands of beer on offer on the festival
floor. The accompanying brewers' competition draws around 2,000
entries. The beer is accompanied by some great American blues and
food.
Where is it? Colorado Convention Center |
5. National Western Stock Show
From 2007-01-06
To 2007-01-21
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What is it? It may be the world's largest cattle show,
but you are just as likely to see llamas on display and find out
who is the fastest sheep-shearer if you visit the National Western
Stock Show. It's Denver's most popular event that draws hundreds of
thousands of visitors each year. The show, with its attendant
animal displays, auctions and contests, also features a renowned
rodeo.
Where is it? National Western Complex, Humboldt Street |
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