My brother Chuck and I took a little drive through Manitou Springs on Sunday to see if there was anything photo-worthy going on. Manitou is a little town directly west of Colorado Springs -- there is no separation between the cities, you just drive under an arch and you're in Manitou. You'd think that, since the two cities are literally side by side, there would be no real difference between the two, but that's not the case. Manitou has a certain ultra-liberal, "anything goes" vibe that isn't as prevalent in Colorado Springs! Its residents, affectionately known as "Manitoids", are sometimes characterized as hippies and bikers but it's actually very diverse (there are plenty of "yuppies" there too!), which is great. There is even a witch coven in Manitou. This little town celebrates its funkiness with events such as the annual coffin race around Halloween, the annual fruitcake toss (post Christmas), old-time melodramas and stage shows, many different art fairs, shops and galleries, and myriad tourist attractions.
During the winter months things get noticeably quieter in Manitou. This photo is of the town clock right in the heart of downtown. I like this particular angle on the clock with the church in the background. Except for the road sign, it almost looks like it was taken in England. Very Charles Dickens!
6 comments:
I like checking your blog just after midnight each day. :)
Oh Charlotte, you're such a Manitoid! ;o)
Next time I visit the Springs, I'll have to check this little town out--for photo's sake.
You're right, it's a beautiful corner! I think I'm going to like Manitou.
Gosh, Tamera, I love your blog so much! It's like a tour of all the vacation spots from my childhood and college years. But when I visited Manitou Springs as a kid, I don't remember the hippies. Guess that part was lost on a 10-year-old. :)
You'll have to come visit! I'll show you some hippies LOL
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