Sports teams not only provide a sense of civic pride and unity but they also give people something fun to do year round. Only 4 other cities can boast more coffee shops per capita than Denver and there are over 20 independent, local roasters. You can find everything from award winning nitro cold brew Novo Roasters to one of the best espresso shots you will ever have.
Sweet Bloom Roasters and Little Owl Coffee In terms of craft beer, Colorado has been doing it longer and better than most other states. Denver has of those breweries in city limits. Walk a mile in any direction and you will find great coffee or beer. Spend only a short amount of time in this city and you will hear this from everyone you come in contact with. Not just from the hipster with a man bun but the guy in a expensive business suit as well. And for the most part, people really mean it.
People here are generally laid back and kind. Denver feels like the West Coast and Midwest had a baby. The mayor at the time, Federico Pena set out an ambitious and detailed plan to make Denver one of the best cities in the nation. Can you watch outdoor movies at the Gorge?!?! Seriously, even our underrated hikes are rated higher than your hikes. Or they would be if that was a thing. That just looks like depression and Nebraska.
Or you could go to Washington or Oregon but see reasons OK, you get the idea. Denver leads the nation in college grads making the choice to live there. Since we started Westword , it has been defined as the free, independent voice of Denver, and we'd like to keep it that way. With local media under siege, it's more important than ever for us to rally support behind funding our local journalism.
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Latest Stories. More ». Sign Up Now No Thanks. Become a member and go ad-free! Denver began as a mining town during the s. The famed Mile High City has undergone massive change since and has quickly become one of the most popular cities. In fact, over the last seven years, Denver has experienced rapid growth making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the US. Denver has a lot of traits that make it an appealing city in which to live, work, and play.
So why is Denver so popular? According to the U. The state is ranked seventh out of fifty in overall gross national product. The U. Economic recovery is obvious. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a Denver area unemployment rate of 2. That is well below the national unemployment rate of 4. Denver is a city full of youthful, progressive, ambitious, fitness-oriented people.
Additionally, many people stay active in current policies and issues, pushing for changes in everything from environmental policy and civil rights to drug laws. For its size, Denver is a friendly city full of people eager to help their neighbors.
Perhaps this is because there are twelve distinct neighborhoods, each with its own cultural flavor. Denver is not really a mountain town. It takes at least an hour to drive to the Rockies.
However, at a reputed elevation of 5, feet, the Mile High City sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains. As a result, Denver is the gateway to mountain outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, climbing, and snowboarding. The vast wilderness is quite literally in your backyard, making it easy to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Many newcomers report the outdoor experience as one of the best reasons to move to Denver.
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