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5 Amazing Places to Visit in Colorado

Whether you're into skiing or lounging lakeside, there's something for you in the Centennial State.

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This is a response to 16 Things I Learned When Moving to Colorado.

Colorado is hands down one of the most beautiful states in America. From deserts to mountains to lakes, there's natural beauty everywhere to be found. Not to mention hip cities like Denver and Boulder for those of us who prefer concrete jungles. Here are five great places to visit on your next Colorado vacation.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado

Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado

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No Colorado destination list would be complete without this crown jewel of a national park. The over 400 square mile oasis contains a wide variety of beautiful mountain environments. Plus, the cute small town of Estes Park is right outside when you want to explore paved streets instead of trails.

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods

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For a different kind of mountain environment, head to Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. The towering red rock formations will take your breath away.

Denver

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If you're into breweries, museums, and plentiful nature, Denver is a great city to check out.

Aspen

AspenAspen, Colorado.

This one is for the skim bums. Aspen is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation, and home to several famous ski resorts.

Breckenridge

Breckenridge

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...another one for the ski bums, but also for the history buffs. Breckenridge is a gold mine (pun intended) of gold rush history in Colorado.

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