You Say Denver, I Say Denvers: A Hilarious Exploration of How Many Denvers There Truly Are
Ah, Denver. The Mile High City. Home of delicious craft brews, epic mountain views, and...wait a minute, there might be more than one Denver? Buckle up, geography enthusiasts (and anyone who enjoys a good dose of trivia), because we're about to embark on a journey to discover just how many places out there dare to share the same name as the king of Colorado.
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The OG Denver: The One and Only (Except for...)
Let's get this out of the way first. The Denver Denver, the capital of cool (unofficial title, but fight me on this), is the one in Colorado. Founded in the mid-1800s during the gold rush (because of course it was), this Denver is the one that pops into your head when you hear the name. It's the Denver with the Broncos (shoutout to John Elway!), the Denver Art Museum with its fantastic collection, and the oh-so-Instagrammable Larimer Square.
But here's the twist: This Denver isn't the only Denver on the map. There are copycats out there!
QuickTip: Every section builds on the last.
The Denververse: A Multitude of Mini-Denvers
Now, we're not talking Denvers with skyscrapers and booming economies. These are the Denvers that might require a magnifying glass to find on a map. We're venturing into the territory of unincorporated communities, boroughs, and towns with populations that might not even crack the 1,000 mark.
There's Denver, Illinois (unincorporated, but hey, close enough, right?), Denver, Indiana (a town with a population that could fit comfortably in your high school cafeteria), and even a Denver in Iowa (officially a city, but with a population that would make some villages blush).
Tip: Stop when you find something useful.
Fun Fact: There's also a Denver in Pennsylvania (a borough, for those keeping score). This one even has a claim to fame – it's conveniently located right off the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so weary travelers can take a pit stop and ponder the existential question: "Am I in the East or the West?"
So, How Many Denvers Are There Really?
Here's the thing: Depending on how you define a "city" (and let's be honest, some of these Denvers are more like hamlets), the answer can get a little fuzzy. But a quick search reveals that there are at least 7 places in the United States that share the name Denver.
Tip: Skim once, study twice.
But wait, there's more! There's also the Denver Basin, a geological formation in Colorado. So, technically, there's Denver above the ground and Denver below the ground.
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Moral of the story: Don't be fooled by a name. If you're planning a trip to the Mile High City, make sure you're actually booking a flight to Colorado and not accidentally ending up in a charming, yet geographically confused, Midwestern town.
Tip: Don’t rush — enjoy the read.
Denver FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered (Probably)
How to find the real Denver? - Look for mountains. Lots and lots of mountains.
How to avoid accidentally visiting a mini-Denver? - Double-check your travel itinerary. If it doesn't mention craft breweries and stunning mountain views, you might be headed to the wrong place.
How to impress your friends with Denver trivia? - Casually drop the fact that there are more Denvers than you think. Bonus points for knowing about the Denver Basin.
How to start your own Denver? - Well, that might be a bit trickier. But hey, if you find a spare patch of land and a whole lot of people with a hankering for the name, who knows?
How to know if you've reached peak Denver obsession? - If you start naming your pets Denver or get a tattoo of the Denver skyline (from any Denver), you might need to take a break from all things Denver-related.
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