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Pueblo is a Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat and the most populous city of Pueblo County, Colorado. The population was approximately 105,000 in 2008, making it the 245th most populous city in the United States.
Pueblo is situated at the confluence of the Arkansas River and Fountain Creek. The area is considered to be semi-arid with approximately 14 inches of precipitation annually; however with its location in the "banana belt," Pueblo tends to get less snow than the other major cities in Colorado. Pueblo is one of the largest steel-producing cities in the United States, and thus Pueblo is referred to as the "Steel City." Many consider Pueblo to be the economic hub of southeastern Colorado.

History

George Simpson, among other traders and trappers such as Mathew Kinkead, claimed to have helped construct the plaza that became known as El Pueblo around 1842. George lived there for a year or two; however, Simpson had no legal title to the land. The adobe structures were built with the intention of settlement and trade next to the Arkansas River, which then formed the U.S./Mexico border. About a dozen families lived there, trading with Native American tribes for hides, skins, livestock, as well as cultivated plants and liquor. According to accounts of residents who traded at the plaza, the fort was raided sometime between December 23 and December 25, 1854, by Native American Ute Tribe and Jacarilla Apache tribes. The trading post was abandoned after the raid, but it became important again between 1858 and 1859 during the Colorado Gold Rush of 1859.

Until a series of major floods culminated in the Great Flood of 1921, Pueblo was considered the “Saddle-Making capital of the World”. Roughly one-third of Pueblo's downtown businesses were lost in this flood, along with a substantial number of buildings. Pueblo has long struggled to come to grips with this loss, and has only recently begun resurgence in growth.

The economic situation of Pueblo was further exacerbated by the decline of American steel in the 1970s and 1980s, and Pueblo still actively seeks to diversify its economic base.

Parks and Recreation

http://parks.state.co.us/Pages/HomePage.aspx

Colorado State Parks offer exceptional settings for the enjoyment of the outdoors. Residents and visitors enjoy healthy, fun-filled interaction with the world in Colorado’s natural resources. Parks employees and their partners work together to provide ongoing and outstanding customer service through recreational programs, amenities and services.

There are over 4,000 campsites and 58 cabins throughout Colorado. From the outdoor enthusiast to the family looking for a relaxing weekend, the perfect escape is here in Colorado waiting for you.

Events

For a list of events in the area, please visit:
http://www.pueblopulp.com/events.html

Attractions

The Pueblo area is home to many exciting attractions that you can enjoy throughout the year. From the great outdoors to museums and animals, there is something that everyone can enjoy here in Pueblo.

Sangre de Cristo Arts Center
Sangre de Cristo Arts Center is a comprehensive interpretive multimedia facility that features the Buell Children's Museum, performing arts, facility rentals, visual arts, galleries and a variety of classes. Visitors of all age groups are catered to and welcome.

Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
The Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum is located on the grounds of the Pueblo Memorial Airport. The Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum offers an informative look into the aviation history of Pueblo. Some of the features and activities offered include, aircraft computer simulators, aircraft related games and model rocket building.

Pueblo Railway Museum
The Pueblo Railway Museum is a historical museum that specializes in the period from 1900 to 1950 and the railroads which served Colorado. View the yard with full-sized steam and diesel locomotives and cars which can be toured. Interpretive guides are available.

Pueblo Zoo
The Pueblo Zoo is home to over 300 animals, including mammals, reptiles, birds and more. Come out and bring your kids for a great day of fun and learning!

Arkansas River
The Arkansas River flows through Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. The Arkansas River is a popular place for whitewater rafting. Connecting to the Mississippi River near Napolean, Arkansas, the Arkansas River runs for about 1450 miles and is the fourth longest river in the United States

Lake Pueblo Colorado State Park
The Lake Pueblo Colorado State Park offers something for every outdoor enthusiast. There is swimming, hiking, hunting, bird watching, camping and much more.

For more attractions in the Pueblo area, please visit:
http://www.pueblo.worldweb.com/SightsAttractions/