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For decades many vacationers have chosen Denver as the destination for their trip.  The city offers a great deal to do within its boundaries, and even more activities and attractions that can be experienced within a short drive outside the city.  The city has long been popular with those seeking outdoor recreation, due in large part to its placement near the Rocky Mountains, but it also offers plenty of conventional attractions as well.  The city of Denver has a long and interesting history with many ties to America's “Old West” history and the westward expansion of the country.  Here is a look at five little known facts about Denver, Colorado.

1. The first mass arrival of people to the Denver area came during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush in 1858.  A…