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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