Colorado (/ˌkɒləˈrædoʊ, -ˈrɑːdoʊ/ is a state of the United States encompassing most of the southern Rocky Mountains as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains. It is the 8th largest geographically and 21st most populous U.S. state. The estimated population of Colorado was 5,540,545 on July 1, 2016, an increase of 10.17% since the 2010 United States Census.
The state was named for the Colorado River, which Spanish travelers named the Río Colorado for the ruddy silt the river carried from the mountains. The Territory of Colorado was organized on February 28, 1861, and on August 1, 1876, U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant signed Proclamation 230 admitting Colorado to the Union as the 38th state. Colorado is nicknamed the "Centennial State" because it became a state a century after the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence.
Colorado is bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the northeast, Kansas to the east, Oklahoma to the southeast, New Mexico to the south, Utah to the west, and touches Arizona to the southwest at the Four Corners. Colorado is noted for its vivid landscape of mountains, forests, high plains, mesas, canyons, plateaus, rivers, and desert lands. Colorado is part of the western or southwestern United States, and one of the Mountain States.
Denver is the capital and most populous city of Colorado. Residents of the state are known as Coloradans, although the term "Coloradoan" has been used archaically and lives on in the title of the Fort Collins Coloradoan newspaper.
Denver International Airport is the 18th-busiest airport in the world and the sixth-busiest airport in the United States. With 58.3 million passengers traveling through the airport each year, DEN is one of the busiest airline hubs in the world’s largest aviation market. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $26 billion for the region annually.
With a stay at The Curtis Denver - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Denver, steps from Denver Center for the Performing Arts and Buell Theatre. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of 16th Street Mall and Colorado Convention Center. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 336 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks. Amenities Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features gift shops/newsstands and a television in a common area. Dining Enjoy a meal at a restaurant or in a coffee shop/café. Or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Denver? This hotel has 25000 square feet (2323 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Denver Botanic Gardens strives to entertain and delight while spreading the collective wisdom of the Gardens through outreach, collaboration and education. Our conservation programs play a major role in saving species and protecting natural habitats for future generations. It became a reality in 1951 when members of the Colorado Forestry and Horticulture Association incorporated as the non-profit Botanical Gardens Foundation of Denver and hired legendary landscape architect Saco R. DeBoer to create a 15-year master plan. It was one of the first gardens in the country to emphasize native plants and to champion environmentally responsible practices, such as water conservation and biological control of pests. Today, Denver Botanic Gardens continues this tradition at three unique sites: Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield and Mount Goliath. Each of these demonstrates the varied ecosystems of Colorado. $12.50 Adult $9.50 Seniors (65+), Military & Veterans (w/ID) York Street Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections on 24 acres. The gardens reflect an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. York Street Free Day - Monday, Feb. 19 (Presidents' Day) Summer Hours: May 13 - Sept. 30, 2018, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily Chatfield Farms Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms is a 700-acre native plant refuge and working farm located along the banks of Deer Creek in southern Jefferson County. 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road Littleton, CO 80128 $5 per passenger vehicle Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Byers-Evans House was home to two prominent Denver families and is one of the city’s most historic landmarks. Built in 1883, it has been beautifully restored to the period between 1912 and 1924. Polished wood finishes, brightly patterned wallpapers, ornate mantles, and period draperies form a backdrop for a rich variety of Evans family furnishings. Tours: The house museum may be viewed by guided tour only. Appointments only necessary for groups of 8 or more. Monday - Saturday: 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 Sunday: 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 Museum Admission: Adults: $6
The Denver Art Museum is one of the largest art museums between Chicago and the West Coast, with a collection of more than 70,000 works of art divided between nine permanent collections including African, American Indian, Asian, European and American, modern and contemporary, pre-Colombian, photography, Spanish Colonial, and western American art. Our holdings reflect our city and region—and provide invaluable ways for the community to learn about cultures from around the world. Adult Starting at $24 for nonmembers MUSEUM HOURS MON–THU 10AM–5PM FRI 10AM–8PM SAT–SUN 10AM–5PM
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is the Rocky Mountain region's leading resource for informal science education.A variety of exhibitions, programs, and activities help Museum visitors experience the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science inspires curiosity and excites minds of all ages through scientific discovery and the presentation and preservation of the world's unique treasures. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science aspires to create a community of critical thinkers who understand the lessons of the past and act as responsible stewards of the future.
Museum......................... $16.95
Planetarium................... $5.00
(Museum adm req)
IMAX Only..................... $9.95
Museum Hours
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Seven days a week year-round
Casa Bonita opened at 6715 West Colfax Avenue in the Denver suburb of Lakewood, Colorado in 1974. Here are a few fun facts about our restaurant:
It took approximately one year to create Casa Bonita. Our famous pink tower facade is 85 feet tall. The dome is covered with 22-karat gold leaf and features a statue of the last Aztec emperor - Quahuatomec. The fountain in front of the restaurant was shipped in pieces from Mexico. The restaurant boasts over 52,000 square feet and seats over 1,000 guests. The waterfall, designed to resemble the cliffs of Acapulco, is 30 feet high and the pool is 14 feet deep. During your visit, be sure to find Black Bart's secret hideout full of mystery and intrigue. Complete your exciting dining experience with puppet shows, arcade games and a visit to El Mercado, Casa Bonita's giftshop.
