You may remember both the monument and its road from Close Encounters of the Third Kind. The scenic approach stretches 3 miles and is an example of close integration with natural surroundings.
If you're checking in here, you're in one of the most naturally beautiful places in the world, don't let that thought pass you by.
This building was built by Seth Bullock - the first sheriff of Lawrence County. Bullock and his business partner, Sol Star (of HBO's Deadwood TV series fame), originally opened a hardware store here.
It took 14 years and a team of 400 sculptors, led by Gutzon Borglum, to complete this massive "Shrine of Democracy," dedicated in 1941.
Fry bread is a specialty that this restaurant is known to dish out. Try other contemporary American Indian dishes like Stuffed Indian Tacos and Medicine Wheel nachos at this casual spot. Leggi tutto.
Try to get seating in the plane if possible - they let you sit in the cockpit and everything! Food isn't bad, order something light and split it if you just want to see it for the thrills.
Not your average Mexican restaurant, this longtime Denver favorite is known less for its food and more as an indoor amusement park with cliff divers, a pirate cave, magicians and more.
The best all-day outdoor activity. All ages and body types can enjoy a wonderful ride all year round through some spectacular Colorado mountains. (by Deborah A. Plonkey)
Established in 1893, it is Denver's oldest and most unique restaurant! The Buckhorn Exchange was issued Colorado’s Liquor License No. 1, when the prohibition laws were repealed in 1933. Leggi tutto.
Take a tour of the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park, and check out this vintage 1970s photo from our Documerica collection of Cliff Palace. Leggi tutto.
A replica of Britain's Stonehenge, this strange monument is made from 1950s and 1960s cars that are very nearly the same dimensions as the stones that make up the real thing. Leggi tutto.
If you need a break from your road trip check out the World's Largest Ball of Twine. If you're lucky you'll get to see embarrassed teenagers reluctantly posing for photographs with their families.
Kind of depressing place...dark and dingy and looks/feels like hasn't had a facelift since the 80's. Can learn all about Kool Aid however!
Don't forget to get your picture with the woodchipper from the movie Fargo
Come see the worlds only Corn Palace. Scenes change yearly, so if your in the area be sure to stop by! Leggi tutto.
