Denver is one of my favorite cities,not just because of all the great attractions, but because of itssurrounding natural beauty in the adjacent Rocky Mountains.When you land in Denver, one of yourfirst impressions will be the distinctive architecture of theDenver International Airport. Designed to mimic the snowy mountainpeaks of the Rockies in winter by using white tension fabricsupported by steel cables, the airport also allows a sweeping viewof the Rocky Mountains as they taxi into Concourse A.With 300 days of sunshine per year, agreat place to start touring Denver is at the Denver BotanicGardens at Chatfield. This picturesque preserve along the banks ofDeer Creek includes grasslands, ponds, and seasonal exhibits, aswell as a Children's Discovery area.From there, head into the GoldenTri