Denver, CO - The capital of Colorado, the largest city in the state, and the tenth largest downtown area in the U.S., is located along on the Great Plains just east of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Downtown Denver is a bustling area centered around a mile-long pedestrian esplanade that features outdoor cafes and mountain views. Denver is one of America’s most beautiful cities…and one of the most fun! Denver’s diverse cultural activities, sophisticated lifestyles, and economic strengths make it a popular destination to work and play.

This capital city has an international airport, an efficient highway structure, and an excellent public transportation system, including buses, light rail, and downtown trolleys, all of which are growing and expanding every year. Denver’s many attractions include Victorian-era hotels and restaurants, modern shopping centers and boutiques, an abundance of museums and art galleries, and state and federal buildings of architectural significance. Denver is also home to many nationally known colleges and universities, three new sports stadiums, 300 restaurants, a restored historic district filled with lofts, restaurants, brewpubs, and the second largest performing arts center in the nation.

Denver’s nickname, the “Mile High City,” is due to its high elevation of 5,280 feet. Denver has a semi-arid climate characterized by dry snowy winters, wet springs, low-humidity summers, and mild, balmy autumns. The weather, which can often be vastly different from one part of the city to the next (at the same time!), is greatly influenced by the closeness of the Rocky Mountains to the west. Blessed with 300 days of sunshine a year, Denver is a lively city with a great love of the outdoors. Here you'll find the nation's largest city park system, 90 golf courses and an incredible 650 miles of paved bike trails!