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Denver is at the western edge of the Great Plains, just east of the Rocky Mountains' Range. The city lies at the junction of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River; its elevation , which gives it the nickname "Mile High City," and crisp, dry climate are characteristics. The site, an early stopping place for Indians, trappers, and traders, was settled in the "Pikes Peak or bust" rush of 1859. Early settlements gave to the towns of Auraria and St. Charles. The latter was renamed Denver City for James W. Denver, governor in 1858. The city was devastated by fire in 1863, and a year later a flash flood swept away many buildings.
During the 1870s and '80s silver became more important than gold. Mining kings were created almost overnight, and an opera house was built. New gold discoveries helped prevent a major decline, and cattle and sheep ranching, and commerce began to provide a more stable economy. The Denver branch of the U.S. Mint produces about 75 percent of U.S. coinage and is the nation's second largest depository.
As the largest city between the Missouri River and the Pacific states. The Denver Union Stockyards form one of the nation's largest livestock markets. Denver has become a centre for winter sports, with many ski areas in the area, including Winter Park. In addition to tourism, the economy relies upon health/business services, real estate/banking, and telecommunications. Denver is the home of professional football, baseball, basketball, and hockey franchises.
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Psychokiwi's Denver Travel Tips
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Tips: 4 - Photos: 3 | | | Restaurants
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1 | Hotels & Accommodations | | | | Nightlife | Off The Beaten Path | | | | Tourist Traps | Warnings Or Dangers | | | Transportation
Tips: 1 | Local Customs | | | | Packing Lists | Shopping | | | | Sports Travel | General Tips |
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Lyn_2 Wed May 22, 2002 17:02 UTC
Wonderful tips and info. Cool pics! | DaKat Tue Jan 2, 2001 17:18 UTC
lovely pics and good info! |
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