United States Colorado

San Luis

Oldest town in Colorado, founded in 1851, steeped in Hispanic heritage with the Shrine of the Stations of the Cross.

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Not only is the San Luis Valley an area of stunning natural beauty, it also has a lot of fascinating history. A series of scenic byways called the Los Caminos Antiguos winds through the area south of Great Sand Dunes, giving you an opportunity to explore sites like Colorado’s oldest surviving town and the valley’s oldest church.

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San Luis Articles

  • Great Sand Dunes National Park: The Complete Guide for 2023

    Imagine taking a piece of the Sahara Desert and plopping it in the middle of Colorado. Now you have a pretty good idea of what to expect from this uber-unique US national park. Nestled between the snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and the expansive San Luis Valley to the west, the park’s […]

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