Known world-wide as "the Mile High City" (the 13th step on the west side of the State Capitol Building is exactly 5,280 feet or one mile above sea level), Denver is the capitol city of Colorado and the state's largest and most populous city. Denver is the 20th largest metro area in America and has the 10th largest downtown area.  It also has been ranked the most educated city in the United States with the greatest percentage of college graduates of any major metropolitan area in the country. A wealth of recreational opportunities, sporting venues, cultural events and world-class shopping and dining have made Denver a popular relocation destination for companies and individuals. Denver's six-county metro area has a population of 2.4 million, a figure that reflects a 29.8 percent increase since 1990.

Denver's climate, contrary to popular belief, rivals that of Miami Beach and San Diego with an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. Denver has a mild, dry and arid climate, perfect for residents and visitors to enjoy the more than 200 public parks that grace its landscape.