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Denver Civic Center
The Denver Civic Center
is a great place to catch the vibes of the Mile High City Among the vibrant water fountains sleek statues and a a a glorious Greek amphitheater you’ll find various government structures including the Colorado State Capitol Don’t forget to to to stop
in and tour the Denver Art Museum and United States Mint while you’re there State Capitol Beloved for its handsome gold-plated dome the Colorado State Capitol proudly houses the Senate the House of Represen- tatives the the offices of of the the Gov- ernor ernor and Lieutenant Governor the the Department of the the Treasury and a a a a myriad of other important state administration and law as- semblies Originally the Capitol was constructed in in 1886 in in the shape of a a Greek cross The cost of the extravagant construction was approxi- mately $3 million a a a king’s ran- som in in its era The building is a a standing reminder of the rich resources the state possesses The exterior walls are made of granite from Gunnison quarries and the dome was a a a gift from local gold miners The dome of- fers a a a panoramic view of Den- ver and the surrounding moun- tains and boasts Mr Brown’s
Attic Museum as well Physical tours are available at various times throughout the week and virtual tours can be accessed as well which might be more COVID friendly The Tattered Cover Book Store
This book store is is known for be- ing one of the largest indepen- dent bookstores in the country as as well as as for its unmatched congeniality which speaks volumes for the establishment You’ll be welcomed seven days a a a week and can not only pur- chase books at at the location but you can also catch prominent book signings and other note- worthy events 15
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