
With the picturesque Rocky mountain backdrop, Denver is the marriage of the East and the Old West. Combine that with over 300 days of sun, a perfect climate for both winter and summer sports, and a thriving economy - you really have a cosmopolitan city with it all!
Denver, the MILE HIGH CITY, was the first place in Colorado was gold was found in 1858. The city was named after the governor of the Kansas Territory, James Denver. The area housed other inhabitant as well, the Arapahoe Indians, of whom a county in the Denver area was named after.
Historically, the search for minerals was essential in Denver's history, gold, silver and other minerals kept Denver ingratiated to the adventurous. Presently Denver is a worldwide tourist center. World renowned skiing and summer white water rafting, hiking and camping keep the city alive with a constant influx of people and money. Denver has also become the technology center. Additionally the city is host to pro football, hockey, and basketball teams. Don't forget to taste the Wild West at the Buffalo Bill Museum and gravesite overlooking the city.