Colorado Springs

For being a rather small city, Colorado Springs has a lot to offer. First of all it is located in a spectacular setting, right at the foot of the Rockies. From almost anywhere in town you get a stunning view of this majestic mountain range. Attractions locally include Pike's Peak, Garden of the Gods and the Cave of Winds...not to mention the rollicking Flying "W" Ranch. It is also the home of the Air Force Academy, the Olympic Training Center and Focus on the Family. Not bad for a town that plays second fiddle to Denver. This is our second trip to Colorado Springs and since we visited Pike's Peak on the last visit, we spent our time this year at the Air Force Academy and the Garden of the Gods. Both of these are absolute "do not miss" venues if you travel this way. We had heard of the beauty and grandeur of the Cadet Chapel at the AFA and it truly lives up to its reputation. Not only is the Chapel absolutely beautiful, but if offers that wonderful feeling of solitude, restfulness and holiness. A wonderful place to worship Almighty God. We found it quite ironic that in a country that seems to be doing everything it can to remove God from our public life, that here at this military academy, the House of God is right in the center of everything...is the most beautiful building on campus...and is the tallest building and can be see from just about everywhere. If only the rest of the country would take note. Following the AFA visit we drove through the Garden of the Gods. Here you find beautiful and colorful rock formations and an area that is a hikers dream. They allow hikers to traverse just about every inch of this very unique park. We have really enjoyed our time in Colorado Springs and look forward to returning.