Colorado Springs, CO City Reviews

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The Unexpected Springs In Colorado
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I traveled to Colorado Springs recently and I have to say that I did not expect to have so much fun in the city. I was a bit hesitant, at first, to visit the city because I would rather go to the bigger cities---those which so much more history, so much more art scenes, and definitely more popular. But having arrived at Colorado Springs, I decided to give the city a chance. And I am glad I did.

First of all, there are so many tourist attractions that it was definitely difficult to narrow down which ones my family and I were going to visit. From the art scenes to shopping centers to dining hotspots and family-oriented locations, the selections offered by Colorado Springs seem endless. In the end, we decided to pick the locations which were highly recommended by travel guides. One such location is the Pikes Peak Ascent. The view is breathtaking! We learned that during the month of August, runners from all over the globe would come to the place for the best challenge yet. I have to say, it was indeed quite a challenge! And so, the next day, we opted for something less tiring so to speak. It was time to try the dining hangouts that Colorado Springs took pride in. Mind you, we could not cover everything in a day. So, within the duration of the trip, we tried to squeeze in the restaurants that we heard were worth trying out. The King's Chef Diner is definitely one for the books. They have the best burger and fries I have ever tasted! Coming in close second is Joey's Pizza. The thin crust pizza wonder was so delicious I almost forgot I was on a diet.

When it comes to the local art scenes in Colorado Springs, I found the art exhibits most fascinating. They usually have several shows and one which I enjoyed immensely was the Modbo "Art on the Streets". Their Fine Arts Center is also one worth visiting. Of course, any trip will not be complete without shopping. For me, the top three shopping centers in Colorado Springs is the Chapel Hills Mall, the first & main Town Center, and of course, the Promenade Shps at the Briargate Parkway. What's really enticing about the Promenade Shops is its outdoor setup. It's also a complete one-stop-shop. It has almost everything you're looking for.
So blessed to live in the Springs!
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I am an author and prone to use many words. Boy! I can use a lot when talking about Colorado and the Springs! Despite that I will try to be concise. I moved here from Southern California and have lived in Texas, Las Vegas and Tennessee but none of them have been home like Colorado. I have lived here in the Springs for almost 9 years and frankly, can't imagine living anywhere else! The beauty in itself is enough to make me want to stay. I have lived in the Smokey Mountains (which are beautiful) and lived in Lake Arrowhead, California (which is in the mountains of So Cal.) But there are NO mountains that I personally have seen that are like the Rocky Mountains! There is truly a majesty that blows me away every day, even after seeing them for 9 years. And there is an atmosphere created by those same mountains that makes for the most incredible skies I have ever seen. And RAINBOWS?! I have never seen so many, not just rainbows, but DOUBLE rainbows, in my life! The lightening storms (which some find frightening) are just awe inspiring to me. It was only after moving here that I witnessed horizontal lightening zig zagging across the sky for the first time and have witnessed it many times since. It is like watching the finger of God! In the fall, taking a drive up into the mountains to see all the yellow aspen trees dancing in the breeze! It is just amazing! Ok, I will stop about the beauty.......

The people here have been just as much of a blessing to me as the physical beauty. This is a real melting pot of people from many of the states however, Texas and California seem to be the most common. But despite the big cities we have come from, there is a kindred feeling of wanting to get away from the cold, harsh and crazy lifestyle of the city. That is what's so perfect for me about living here. I want the convenience of the city but the warmth and quality of people that come from the country. That is precisely what you get here. People here are more grounded, loyal to the USA and it's roots, more God-loving and more into family than anywhere I have lived in a very long time (Texas and Tennessee were in the early years of my life.)

So, to sum it up. If you want beauty, a climate that gives you all the seasons but temperately so, great people and all the convenience of the city.....this is it! But now that I have expressed my passion for this wonderful place I call home, please don't move here because we are quickly outgrowing our city. Just come for a nice, restful visit! :-)
Colorado Springs, CO - Amazing Scenery
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I used to live in Colorado Springs, and I still make time to visit every year. The thing that I like best about Colorado Springs is that, while it is a sizable city, it has the friendliness and feel of a smaller town. It's an easy place to navigate, since most of Colorado Springs best restaurants, shopping centers and attractions such as the Air Force Academy are right off of Academy Boulevard, the city's busiest street. What many visitors don't know is that Colorado Springs also has an interesting old downtown area, complete with historic buildings, shopping, and some of the city's best Thai and Vietnamese restaurants.

The best thing about Colorado Springs, though, is the dramatic scenery and how easy it is to get to the mountains from the city. The view of the Rocky Mountains from Colorado Springs is amazing. You can see Pikes Peak and dozens of other peaks from anywhere in the city. You are also just a short drive away from historic mountain towns such as Manitou Springs, and skiing, camping and hiking.