How It All Began
Denver is the capital city of U.S Colarado. This unique place was founded in the 1858’s as a mining town to begin with. It was during the Gold Rush phase that this piece of great land was to become something of importance to the future and also one of the biggest cities in the U.S.
Two gold prospectors from Kansas, Lawrence, who went in search came across this great land. When they arrived they settled themselves on the South Platte River, which would later become the city of Denver.The site would be abandoned and later refound by Willam Russell and St Charles City by the summer time of 1859. In 1858 though, a land speculator named General William Larimer is said to have claimed the land for himself by placing cottonwood logs around to stake his land.
It is said he later named the place Denver because the Territory Governor of Kansas was named Mr Denver. Today, there are over 600,000 people calling Denver home.
The Summer and the Winter
Denver has four distinct seasons. Determining the weather is the Rocky Mountains that are to the West of Denver, which can make the weather very unpredictable. Because Denver is also situated in a ‘bowl’ like plain, it can easily be shielded from strong winds and harsh weather which the ‘bowl’ like effect also can keep the city warmer.
However, snow does fall there between the June to late September making it quite chilly for the locals.
Recreational Parks and Landscapes
Long before Denver was put on the map, it was just a dusty plain with nothing much to do. Now days though, Denver is full of wonderous landscapes and heaps of parklands that not only beautify, but allow families and tourists the pleasure of enjoying their spare time in these grounds.
Over 200 parks, yes, 200 parks brighten up the city and they range in size from small to extremely large parklands. There are nearly 30 recreational centres that allow relaxation and recreational enjoyment of all kinds to those who live locally.
Those Running Denver
Denver has elected a Mayor, and a 13 party coucil to see through the needs and wants and important decisions involved in running this city. The council and Mayor make all the decisions on the budget, to if and when new parks and buildings are to be built. They completely run their own city.
The Police and Crime Stats
Considering Denver is part of the United States, it appears to have a normal amount of crime going on for the city. But the city itself classes the crime rate to be ‘above average’. This is due to the fact that Denver had a whopping 63 murders in 1999 alone, which is a massive amount for any city, let alone one with just over half a million people residing there.
In 1992 to 1995 they had a massive 331 murders, and it is well known to this day that they classed those three years that during which this horrendous crime happened, ‘Summer Violence’.
The Economy and Denver
This city is run on some of the best transportation around. Because this city is the largest one in a 800km radius, it is naturally a great place for storage and distribution. Because of this, it has also made Denver the place for large corporations to develop.
Several well known companies have opened in Denver. William Ainsworth opened The Denver Instumental Company in 1895. May seem a long time ago, but today it employs over 3,000 people that work there.
Things To Do and See
Oh my goodness! There is so many things to do and see in Denver that if you live there, you would be fully entertained all year round with a hive of fun activities that suit all ages. If you are visiting the area, then you would want to plan your stay for a week so you can get around all the attractions and things to do and see in Denver.
This city is the fourth most ’walkable downtown’ in the nation according to a survey. There is so many beautiful sceneries to take in and...
Shopping Mall Style
The five top Malls in Denver are awaiting your visit! Get your wallets ready to SHOP SHOP SHOP! There are five majorly impressive Malls that have so much on offer, you will wish you had more time to see them all.
Burberry, Lacosta name brands and so many more are on offer at Cherry Creek Mall. This awesome Mall has a wide range of eateries and a cinema inside. Park Meadow Mall was built and created to resemble a mountain, with lots of wood themes and floor boards this shoppers dream offers you some of the yummiest food at various eatieries throughtout.
Even a cosy fireplace to set the whole mood of the mountain theme. Plenty of car parking and a massive amount of variety stores and clothes stores to keep you occupied throughtout your time at this centre.
Dinning Favourites
Think of your favourite food, then think of Denver. This city offers you anything from your favourtie taco to a gourmet meal. The Sushi Den has a spectacular range of food on offer.
The dishes are superb and this Sushi place has won numerous awards for its particular way of preparing and presenting dishes to the customers. The Bump and Grind is another top place to visit when in Denver. Coffee’s are one of a kind at this place and the delicious cakes and sweets to go with your coffee are just devine.
The funky setting with modern funishings and striking artwork is what draws people back time and time again as well. Brook’s Steakhouse and Cellar has been giving numerous accolades by food critics for the prime beef this place has on offer and the way in which it all gets prepared. Seafood and prime beef waiting for you to dive right in and with almost 1200 wines on offer! YES, 1200! It is hard not to long for more of this service, food and wine...