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5 Colorado towns where history lives — and what to see and do while you’re there
Breckenridge Claim to fame: Gold was discovered along the Blue River in 1859, attracting waves of people who would create Breck as we know it today. In 1887, a 13 1/2-pound gold nugget was unearthed, considered the largest of its kind ever in Colorado. Today: The town revolves around the ski resort, with plenty to…
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Colorado Gem: Wheeler Geologic Area
Millions of years ago the volcanic eruptions in the San Juan Mountain near Creede, Colo., created this nature wonderland. The seven-mile hike or 14-mile Jeep road are worth it. Photos by Christian Murdock