12 Reasons Why Denver Is The Best City
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R. Phillips
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There are a million reasons why Denver is the best city in the nation – friendly people, amazing food, beautiful scenery, and an all-around spectacular lifestyle. With something new and different to discover around every street corner and on every nearby mountain top, it’s impossible to ever experience boredom. Now get out there and explore the Mile High City and find out why you love it the best!
Up and at 'em, folks! You can't catch a flaming sunrise if you're still in bed, and Denver boasts dawns that are truly awe-inspiring.
With roughly 20,000 acres of urban and mountain parkland, we've got plenty of open spaces in which to rest and recreate.
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That's right, our city is the proud home of over 850 miles of bikeable paths and trails for your free wheeling pleasure, so hop on your whip and hit the road.
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Our city is continually becoming more navigable by foot, with improvement projects such as the construction of pedestrian bridges like this one connecting the Highlands and Downtown Denver.
We've been hailed as one of the fittest cities in the nation, and it's probably why people here are so darn happy.
Don't get me wrong, we still love to chow down, and our food and drink scene is bursting with flavorful dishes and innovative cocktails.
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Oh, and we've got a rollicking good nightlife with something to satisfy every yearning!
There are also gobs of cultural activities to enjoy, including theater, dance, comedy, and other acts at the Denver Performing Arts Complex and beyond.
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Likewise, the Mile High City has dozens of museums, galleries, and other attractions to stimulate your mind and get your creative juice flowing.
You can get your groove on any night of the week at the scores of music venues that host live acts from the city, the region, the nation, and the world.
We've got five major professional sports teams with rosters boasting the nation's best athletes, and we're the smallest city (population wise) to own that bragging right. Whether you fancy football, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, rugby, or hockey, Denver's got it.
It speaks for itself.
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