Denver
The Mile-High City
General Information
Other Name: Queen City of the Plains, District: Colorado, State: West, United States of America
Area: 154.9 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
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Best Time to Visit: July to August and -
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Denver is the capital and the most populous city of Colorado,in the United States.The city has the 10th largest central business district in the United States.Location
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Semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons.
If you`re hankering for greenery, this 23-acre expanse of Rocky Mountains shrubbery is the perfect place in which to hide from the hustle and bustle of the city. Local flora mix it up with far away relatives from continents such as Australia and Africa.
Dedicated to excellence in the arts, Denver''s showcase features live theatre, original plays and Broadway-style shows.
Where else can you visit polar ice caps, a tropical forest, the African savanna and a jungle all in one day? The zoo is a state of the art habitat featuring more than 3,500 animals representing 600 species. Visit with sloths, tree frogs, and a moray eel at the indoor ''Tropical Discovery'' exhibit. Or wander through the seven-acre ''Primate Panorama Exhibit''. From cold climate penguins to tropical flamingos, ''Bird World'' will inspire your appreciation of winged things.
This structure was home to the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, who gained her nickname by surviving the sinking of the Titanic. The home is fully restored and furnished with period pieces. Known for her flamboyance, Molly Brown was a formidable woman in Denver society.
This museum is one of the city''s most popular attractions, drawing almost two million visitors a year. There are permanent displays on North American Indians, Egyptian mummies, dinosaurs, and minerals, all stunningly detailed and vast. The museum also hosts such traveling exhibits as ''Ramses II,'' and ''Imperial Tombs of China''.
Truly unique to the area, Red Rocks combines natural geological wonders with a stellar concert and event schedule. Come during the day for the best view of the red sandstone formations, over 250 million years old and 300 feet high. A moderate 1.4-mile trail loops around the area for the best views.