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This Colorado Mountain Town Once Dubbed Itself Its Own Kingdom

What exactly is the Kingdom of Breckenridge? Surely, a town in Colorado wasn’t actually its own kingdom? A travel journalist investigates.

by Fiona Chandra
on Oct 7
Woman wearing the Ullr Queen crown from the back.
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Explore the Chilling History of the Ashcroft Ghost Town near Aspen, Colorado

by Katie Lawrence
on Apr 8
A scenic path leading through Ashcroft, a ghost town in Colorado, surrounded by mountains and trees under a clear sky.
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This Once Popular Colorado Tourist Attraction Is Now Part Of A Billionaire’s Private Collection

by Christy Articola
on Mar 29
A child walks down a dusty street lined with wooden buildings and wagons in a historic western town.
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UFOs Were Sighted In Colorado 56 Years Ago And What They May Have Left Behind Was One Of The Most Interesting UFO Encounters In History

by Christy Articola
on Sep 28
A foggy night scene with glowing orbs in the sky and a silhouette of a figure against a dimly lit background.
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There’s No Community In Colorado More Enchanting And Historic Than Chautauqua Boulder

by Christy Articola
on Jul 25
A scenic view of green hills and mountains under a cloudy sky, with houses nestled among trees in the foreground.

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Most People In Colorado Don’t Know About Our Old German POW Camp

Camp Trinidad in Colorado housed over 3,000 German POWs during WWII and is now a historic site worth exploring.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Apr 19
Historic black-and-white photo of a snow-covered building labeled "Headquarters" with people and trees in the foreground.
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Few People Know Colorado Was Home To The First Rodeo In America

Colorado is home to the first-ever rodeo, held in Deer Trail in 1869, which continues to host annual rodeo events.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Aug 11
A cowboy rides a bucking horse at a rodeo, surrounded by spectators in cowboy hats and colorful shirts.
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Once Abandoned And Left To Decay, The Como Depot In Colorado Has Been Restored To Its Former Glory

The Como Depot in Colorado, once abandoned, has been restored to its original glory thanks to dedicated efforts.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Mar 22
Historic train station with a wooden freight car nearby, surrounded by grassy land and a few people walking.
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These Colorado Horse Mutilations May Just Be The Creepiest Unsolved Mystery in State History

The Colorado horse mutilations of 1967 remain one of the state's creepiest unsolved mysteries, involving a horse found with surgical-like cuts and missing organs.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Jan 3
A horse skeleton displayed against a colorful galaxy backdrop, with a "DO NOT TOUCH" sign in front.
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It Was So Cold In Colorado In 1951, Temperatures Stayed Below Freezing For Several Weeks

Colorado experienced one of its coldest winters in 1951 with temperatures plummeting to -41 degrees.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Dec 23
A snowy landscape featuring a creek, a wooden bridge, and frosted trees in a serene winter setting.
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There’s Only One Remaining Train Station Like This In All Of Colorado And It’s Magnificent

The Hugo Union Pacific Railroad Roundhouse in Colorado is a historic site being restored to preserve its unique railroad heritage.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Dec 8
A large brick roundhouse under construction, with a sign indicating it is the future site of a roundhouse.
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Few People Know The Infamous Ted Bundy Had A Chilling History In Colorado As Well

Ted Bundy's notorious crimes and escapes in Colorado are highlighted, including his ties to the Centennial State.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Oct 12
A man in a striped suit sits thoughtfully, resting his chin on his hand in a courtroom setting.
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The Disappearance Of This Group Of People In Colorado That Still Baffles Archaeologists To This Day

Mesa Verde National Park is a significant archaeological site with 5,000 sites and 600 cliff dwellings, built by the Ancient Puebloans who mysteriously disappeared.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Aug 23
Ancient cliff dwellings nestled in a rocky canyon, surrounded by greenery and rugged terrain.
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According To FBI Statistics, These Are The 8 Most Dangerous Cities In Colorado For 2022

Colorado's most dangerous cities are identified based on the latest FBI crime statistics.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Aug 16
A road sign welcomes visitors to Alamosa, with a restaurant and trees in the background on a sunny day.
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These 14 Historic Pictures Show Colorado During Times Of War

by Annie Sandmeier
on Mar 10
A young boy in a military uniform sits on steps beside a dog, with shadows and trees in the background.