Framed by the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs and its surrounding area is a place of incredible beauty. The site of numerous military installations and the United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs' economy revolves around the defense industry. Hikes through the impressive rock formations of the Garden of the Gods at the base of the Rocky Mountains and cog train rides up Pikes Peak, Colorado's largest mountain, are two of the area's most popular scenic trips. Outdoor sports are abundant in the region, from winter skiing in the mountains to whitewater rafting in the late spring and summer, and are a great way to take in some of Colorado's famous scenery. ...More
Colorado Springs City Auditorium Built in 1923, the City Auditorium was originally used for concerts, theatre performances, and the graduations of local ... | |
| The Pioneer Museum has over 40,000 artifacts in its permanent collection, exploring the history and culture inherent to ... | |
| The U.S. Olympic Training Center was built specifically to allow athletes from the around the world a state-of-the-art f... | |
| The historic Evergreen Cemetery is the final resting place of former politicians, such as Governor Oliver Henry Nelson S... | |
Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site The Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site allows visitors a peek in to the rough-and-tumble living situation of the PIke's Peak... |







