{"id":7054,"date":"2022-03-03T03:20:26","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T03:20:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=7054"},"modified":"2023-09-06T17:01:55","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T17:01:55","slug":"15-classic-souvenirs-from-cortez","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-classic-souvenirs-from-cortez\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Classic Souvenirs from Cortez"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cortez.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cortez.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cortez-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The city of Cortez, Colorado is the county seat and home rule municipality for Montezuma County. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,766. The city is located in the San Juan Mountains. The population is diverse. In addition to being the county seat, Cortez is also the largest city in the Montezuma Mountains. For more information on this area, visit the town&#8217;s website. Here is a brief overview of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular activities in Cortez is visiting Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, which is about 20 minutes&#8217; drive from town. The site features thousands of individual Native American sites, including cliff dwellings, kivas, and farm plots. Visitors can also view petroglyphs, pictographs, and ruins. Throughout the region, you can get a taste of the ancients and discover how they lived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are a wine enthusiast or just enjoy the outdoors, Cortez is a great place to visit. The city offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding. And if you have time to explore the city, you can stay overnight in a cozy lodge and indulge in a few hours of sightseeing. Alternatively, you can explore the historic town&#8217;s many historical sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The area surrounding Cortez is famous for its craft beer. The city was once dominated by mass-produced beers, but in the past several decades it has become a thriving craft brewing scene. Local breweries like Main Street Brewery in Cortez have been operating for over 20 years. It has a wide selection of craft beers and a full bar. You can enjoy lunch here, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from its museums and galleries, Cortez is known as a hub of authentic Indian arts and crafts. With over 20 tribes living in the area, there&#8217;s a large variety of turquoise jewelry, Navajo rugs, and a wide selection of rugs and beads. While you&#8217;re shopping, you can even watch artisans create their creations and purchase them at a number of local stores. This is the perfect time to buy a piece of art and be sure to purchase some turquoise jewellery to take home as a souvenir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to explore the area&#8217;s unique sites, a trip to the tourist information center in the city is a good way to start. The Cortez Visitor Center and Museum is a great place to see artifacts and traditional Indian crafts. A few of the museums also offer a chance to watch the weaving process. A tour of the Pueblo community is an excellent way to get a feel for the history of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city has a rich history. It was founded in 1840 and has been a popular stop for Navajo travelers since then. The city is located at an elevation of 6,177 feet (1,883 meters). The average rainfall in Cortez is fourteen inches per year, which is lower than the US average of 38 inches. The city also receives 48 inches of snow a year. Historically, the area was a hub for trading and farming.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The city of Cortez, Colorado is the county seat and home rule municipality for Montezuma County. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,766. The city is located in the San Juan Mountains. The population is diverse. In addition to being the county seat, Cortez is also the largest city in the Montezuma Mountains. 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