TEN REASONS WHY ASPEN IS FAMOUS
- MOUNTAINS: Aspen/Snowmass sports four world-class ski mountains open six months a year, the best quality snow, and rarely a lift line. On average the sun will shine 246 days a year. More temperate than other ski areas.
- HISTORICAL: Formerly an old silver mining town, the ambiance is guaranteed due to regulations that protect the vintage Victorian homes and buildings. Surrounded by protected open lands, hiking, biking, skiing, rafting, and fishing are all within walking distance of Aspen.
- INTELLECTUAL: Forums, events, and seminars with famous speakers in the realm of politics, entertainment, academia, and the arts give you a chance to interact with some of the most brilliant and influential minds in the world today.
- INDULGENT: Fine dining and dynamic nightlife as seen in real life, movies, and social media.
- MUSIC AFICIONADO: The Roaring Fork Valley boasts a vibrant music scene with headline performances in all genres. Much of it is free in spectacular mountain settings.
- HIGHEST PAVED MOUNTAIN ROAD IN COLORADO: Independence Pass which reaches 12,095 in elevation is a stunning drive, grueling bike ride, or access point for hiking.
- A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT: There are multiple Gold Medal rivers for unrivaled trout fishing.
- BREAK THE BUDGET. Discerning residents and visitors support luxury shopping and fine art galleries.
- NOTEWORTHY SCENERY: Uniquely blessed by nature, Maroon Bells with its twin wine-colored mountains and year-round snow caps are the most photographed peaks in North America.
- BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE: Simply stated, they are here.