Salida - Tour Off the Beaten Pass in Colorado

Nestled in the south-west corner of the beautifulBridge - this is just a few of them. There's also a
state of Colorado is a wonderful gem - the city ofdifferent kind of an interesting thing to see - Salida
Salida. It has been designated as one of the largestSteam Plant, which was constructed in 1892. The unit
historic districts in the state. Established in the latewas in service until 1958, and now old generator
1800s on the development of the Denver & Riostands as a pioneer monument outside the Cherokee
Grande Railroad, Salida is a testament today to theGenerating Station in Denver.
dreams, grit, and determination of the men andMountain, road, and kid bikes are available, along with
women who built it.Downtown Salida's history begantrail maps, for those who wish to take a leisurely ride
with the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad.Salidathrough town. In addition, there are several cafes,
once was the western division point on Generalbed and breakfasts, and antique shops. For those
William Jackson Palmer's line to Leadville. In the 1880swith an artistic nature; folk and environmental art
the little city on the D&RG main line to theprevails. Also - glass works, gem factories, pottery,
West thrived.wood, leather, and metal crafts abound. There is
But major blazes wiped out significant sections ofsomething for everyone.There is much more to see
downtown in 1886 and 1888.There are 78 historicand visit in the Pikes Peak region. Colorado has a lot
buildings built between 1888 and 1905 that one canto offer to any traveler at any time of the year, and
tour and learn about the early beginnings of the turnhonestly you can argue when it's better - in the
of the century architecture - medieval in nature.summer, fall, or winter. Hope you can come and visit
Palace Hotel, Laura Evans Building, Manhattan Hotel,Colorado Springs soon. I promise you won't regret it!
Denver and Rio Grande Western Depot, F Street