Tragically, many of my favourite spots in Colorado have suffered both fire and flood, last year and this, and most recently, yesterday. I was in Manitou Springs, one of the state’s most magical little art havens, on July 30 & 31. Here are some scenes from Day 1.
I started off with a hearty lunch, at Heart of Jerusalem.
The architecture, and the cute names of some of the shops, kept me interested for the hour I had to spend, before a friend from Colorado Springs came, for consultation on some matters that were bothering her.
Barker House is one of two signature hotels in Manitou.
The pathways themselves proved captivating.
Having helped my young friend to see things in a different light, I resolved to come back to Manitou, the next day, and focus on those areas I had not seen. Day 2, next time.
A Sagittarian Seeker 
I visited there as a child. I either have no memories of the place or I can’t distinguish from my memories of other places. Lovely pictorial, as always.
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Thanks, Mark. It is always dicey, to attempt recollection of places seen in early childhood.
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Great shots, Gary, that show the character of the town. It looks a little like Glenwood Springs on the other side of the mountains. I hope the floods subside soon in that part of the world!
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I think things are drying out now, thought there will be a lot of work ahead, in rebuilding.
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Beautiful! I have family in Colorado. I should visit there sometime. They live in Pueblo. Ever been there? Hope your friend is ok now. 🙂
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I have been to Pueblo, twice. It is a nice family-oriented town. My friend is fine, and is out on the town, as we speak. I am proud of her spunk and resilience.
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Sweet! 🙂
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That seems to be a fabulous and a lovely place. It seems like a small town with some super architecture.
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Thank you,Eden.
There was much wealth in the town, during its mining heyday.
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Great photos 🙂
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Nice pics. We were there a couple of years ago and enjoyed it. The Garden of the Gods was great.
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These kinds of towns always bring many smiles to my face.
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I love those old buildings and wonderful photos.
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Thanks,as always, Ruth.
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Lovely little place!
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Indeed it is, Debra.
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