About Westminster

The town of Westminster, Colorado is a suburban city located near Denver, Colorado. It resides within Jefferson and Adams Counties. It is located near highways I-25 and US 36. Access to Boulder and Denver is very easy from Westminster. It is served by Denver International Airport and the nearby Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. It is the location of many retail shops and restaurants that can be found in the Westminster, Co Yellow Pages. Popular activities include golfing and skiing. The city has scenic golf courses with views of the Rocky Mountains. Many ski resorts are located within a short drive from Westminster. Many businesses make their homes in the city of Westminster. Companies that focus on technology and customer service are in this location. Their company listings can be found in the Westminster, Co business directory. There is a variety of hotels to choose from in the city.

A large amount of shopping centers are in this area. Much of them are located along Sheridan Boulevard. Public transportation is provided by the Regional Transportation District RTD. It consists of bus service that is easily accessible. Plans to build commuter rail and bus rapid transit lines are underway that connect to Denver, Boulder, and Longmont.Many settlers came to the area in 1858 when gold was discovered in the South Platte River Valley. The first permanent settler to build a home in the area was Pleasent DeSpain. At this time, it became formally known as DeSpain Junction. In the year 1891 construction began on Westminster Castle. It was built on the area known as crown point which was the highest point in early Adams County. It became Westminster University and the City of Westminster was named in honor of it shortly after. The climate of this city is very moderate. There is a large open space system in this city. The Big Dry Creek Trail is in this system. Trails along the open space are good for jogging, biking, and wildlife viewing. Many parks are in this area with access to hiking trails. Horseback riding is a popular activity to enjoy. According to the 2000 census the city of Westminster, Colorado had 100,940 people.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan