14 Fun Facts About Denver

Do you think you know all there is to know about the Mile High City? Sure, you know the elevation, pro-teams, and average sunny days per year, but did you also know these facts about Denver?

1.) Denver collects more money for the arts than any other city in the country.

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2.) There are currently more marijuana dispensaries in Denver than there are Starbucks and McDonalds combined.

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3.) Denver is home to one of the highest populations of high school and college graduates…

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4.) …baby boomers…

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5.) …and health conscious individuals.

Flickr/Pauleon Tan According to the American Cancer Society, Denver is one of the thinnest cities in the country.

6.) The Mile High City gifted the world with Chipotle…

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7.) …Noodles…

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8.) …and Smashburger.

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9.) Not only did Denverites invent these fast-casual favorites, they invented the cheeseburger, as well.

Flickr/TheCulinaryGeek Humpty Dumpty Barrel Drive-In owner Louis Ballast was the first person to trademark this beefy delight.

10.) The National Western Stock Show is the largest stock show in not only the country, but in the world.

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11.) The Denver Mint officially opened in 1906…

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12.) …and now produces over 40 million coins per day.

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13.) Purina named Denver as the healthiest city in the country for pets.

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14.) Over 200 peaks are visible from Denver, including 32 14ers.

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Did any of these come as a surprise to you? What are other fun facts about Denver?