Trinidad, Colorado Land of Legends
Where the Santa Fe Trail and the Highway of Legends meet.
The twelve banners that adorn the sidewalks of downtown Trinidad celebrate the legendary characters who helped shape our city. This is just the start. There are many more fascinating people and stories to share. Trinidad has a rich history, second to none in the annals of the Old West. The main reason for such a collection of historical figures is location-location-location. Trinidad sits on the north side of the most difficult part of the Santa Fe Trail, the Raton Pass. The pass has been the natural path through the highlands for dinosaurs, animals and man since prehistoric times. Folsom Man, Native American tribes, Conquistadors, French trappers, soldiers, settlers, adventurers, and travelers have all passed through what is now Trinidad. Following the Santa Fe Trail were the stage lines and the railroads. Many travelers stayed for a short visit; some for a lifetime in the beautiful borough on the Purgatoire River.
These original banner legends range from famous and sometimes infamous characters. They include lawmen, outlaws, artists, architects, heroes and scoundrels of all sorts. They all have their part of the puzzle to complete the wonderful portrait of our hometown, Trinidad. Please join us downtown to experience all of the old legends as well as our new legends. Enjoy our restaurants, shops, museums, and plenty of entertaining things to do. Welcome!
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