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Capital city of Colorado

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Why Denver?

Denver, the Mile High City

Welcome to Denver, where 300 days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty combine for the world's most spectacular playground. A young, active city at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denver's stunning architecture, award-winning dining and unparalleled views are all here, year-round.

By an amazing stroke of good luck, the 13th step on the west side of the Colorado State Capitol Building is exactly 5,280 feet above sea level - one mile high. In Denver's rarified air, golf balls go 10 percent farther. So do cocktails. Alcoholic drinks pack more of a punch than at sea level. The Mile High City is also extremely dry, so it is a good idea to drink more water than usual. With less water vapor in the air at this altitude, the sky really is bluer in Colorado.

RESTAURANTS

My favorite restaurants in Denver

Quiero Arepas

Quiero Arepas

Handcrafted Venezuelan arepas made fresh in Colorado since 2010 - 100% gluten-free!

Address:

3200 N Pecos St

What I like about it

This restaurant serves the best arepas in Denver, and the whole menu is gluten free!

Thai Pot Cafe

Thai Pot Cafe

Traditional Thai noodle dishes, curries & stir-fries round out the menu at this simple eatery.

Address:

1350 S Colorado Blvd #191

What I like about it

Their food is delicious and the staff is always friendly. It can be hard to get a seat on the weekend, but it's worth it!

The Post Chicken and Beer

The Post Chicken & Beer

Upbeat, casual spot serving up fried chicken & comfort-food sides, plus house brews & coctails.

Address:

2200 S Broadway

What I like about it

The perfect spot for some great fried chicken and quality comfort-food.

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