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The City

In the wake of the California Gold Rush and the success that it brought to Denver's neighbouring state, prospectors also hoped to find wealth and riches in the streams of the Rocky Mountains and the South Platte River. Today, citizens of Denver have riches worth far more than precious metal. They have a prosperous city inlaid in the horizons of prairie fields and the mighty mountainside of the Rockies.

As a part of America’s pioneering history, Denver retains many emblems of the past that proudly display the spirit of the settlers who spearheaded important developments in the creation of the USA. The Colorado Railroad Museum showcases the city’s tenacity in constructing an entirely citizen-built rail system, which connected Denver to the transcontinental railroad. Remnants of the Wild West can be found in areas like the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, allowing visitors to step into the Old Western lifestyle. Other landmarks of esteem include the world’s largest single producer of coins, the Denver Mint.

Denver is a city that generously caters to its citizens, boasting an array of parks, trails, gardens, museums, and districts that suit their diverse interests. Additionally, the Mile High City knows how to entertain its inhabitants and visitors alike, as evidenced by its status as the largest beer brewer in the United States.

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Do & See

As a city crafted amongst the natural wonders of the Rocky Mountains and High Plains, much of Denver’s appeal resides in exploring its ethereal beauty. It possesses a rich cultural and geographical history, both of which are created via Denver's plethora of museums and natural trails.

Denver offers attractions for all ages: the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, with its dinosaur exhibits, Space Odyssey, a digital planetarium, and IMAX theatre; the Denver Performing Arts Complex, home to 10 venues offering theatre, opera, symphony, ballet, and Broadway touring shows; History Colorado Center, telling the stories of the past through people and places; Denver Botanic Gardens, a lush oasis in the middle of the city; the Denver Art Museum, with its acclaimed American Indian and Western art collections; and the Clyfford Still Museum, showcasing the work of this American abstract expressionist.

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Dining

The city’s farm-to-table epicentre, Larimer Square buzzes with outdoor dining and a twinkling canopy of lights. Denver Union Station, the city's elegant transit hub is another foodie paradise offering artisanal snacks, cocktails and breakfast burritos. This historic building houses many restaurants and bars, including Mercantile Dining & Provision, a unique restaurant-market combination.

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Cafés

One simply cannot find a better setting for enjoying a good cup of coffee than Denver’s many mountainside cafés, some of which specialise in breakfasts so rest assured that the first meal of the day is going to get you through the morning. The coffee culture in Denver is constantly evolving and in many cafes around town, baristas are getting their hands on new and exotic beans which they subsequently roast to perfection in their state of the art machinery.

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Bars & Nightlife

Denver is a city rife with vibrant nightlife, a scene which lives up to the unspoken promise especially in South Colfax and the bustling clubs and bars of Larimer Square. Denver has an eclectic, even sultry mix of venues for your post-sunset adventures. With more breweries in the Denver Metropolitan area than in any other city in the USA, the beer culture is thriving, innovative, and booming. Microbreweries take advantage of the pure mountain water in Colorado to produce over 200 different beers every day. Whether you're in the mood for jazz lounges, nightclubs or sports bars, Denver's mountainous nightlife scene is sure to entice and delight.

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Shopping

The backdrop of breathtaking mountain ranges only adds to the well-maintained and well-equipped shopping centres and districts of Denver. Many are incredibly walker and biker friendly, making the shopping experience not only a happy one but a healthy one as well. Try the high end Cherry Creek Shopping District, with both indoor and outdoor facilities, or the 16th Street Mall, where you’ll find all of your favourite American brands.

If a unique, local shopping experience is your thing, then check out the boutique shops at Larimer Square right in the heart of downtown Denver. You’ll find a range of high quality and distinctive local designers offering clothing, accessories, jewellery, wine, chocolate, home goods as well as a selection of pampering services.

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