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Local Twin Spring
this week in manitou…
Have you ever been walking the streets of Manitou Springs, and wonder how ‘The Springs’ got its name?
Long before the Mona Lisa, native tribes who inhabited the area considered mineral water the breath of the Great Spirit “Manitou.” In the early 1890s, the town’s mineral springs and clean mountain air established the area as a health resort. The rich history of these springs continues to live on in the heart of Manitou. There are 8 different locations that you can go and try this magical, mineral filled water
Start your walking tour at the7 Minute Spring, who is famously known for a carbonated eruption every 7 minutes, hinting at where it got its name. As you continue toShoshone Spring, you have the chance to try a natural spring with many of the highest levels of various minerals. Once reaching Manitous beloved candy store, Patsy’s Candies, check out the back outside wall to discover the third spring known asNavajo Spring.If you are craving a La Croax during your walk, try out Manitous very own brand of sparking water. The fourth spring destination,Cheyenne Spring, is known for its bubbly charm. Continuing on the journey, the fifth location, known asWheeler Spring, was donated to the city from the Wheeler family. TheStratton Spring was donated the city during the depression as a symbol of hope and healing. The local’s favorite spring is still yet to come. Known for its ability to be the perfect base for some Manitou Lemonade, theTwin Spring’s sweet taste, rich calcium and potassium content is a crowd favorite. Finally, but not least, theIron Spring Geyser is famously known for its high concentrate of iron accompanied with lemon and citrus flavoring. Check them all out and tell us which is your favorite! Check out this link for a map of all the springs-
