Denver’s inception was purely based on the demise of other small Colorado communities, which eventually banded together during times when gold was apparently prosperous in the newfound American west. Now, it serves as the gateway to either the Rocky Mountains, or the final stretch of United States westward expansion.

The downtown district is quite lively, with shops, food, museums, and malls. New Invesco field and the home run haven of Coors field offer state of the art sports venues for the city’s rabid fans. Larimer Square provides interesting Victorian décor, reminiscent of Denver’s early years. Nightlife is becoming increasingly popular here and Denver claims the state’s first brewpub, built in 1988 amidst the home of a famous local.

It is impossible to forget about the Rocky Mountains. They loom over the city and provide a sense of adventure, mystery, and natural attraction.

So Denver is a well rounded, large town that offers much more than your common Pacific bound stopover. It is well worth a few days of exploration.