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Aspen


State: Colorado

Country: United States

Aspen by the Numbers:

Population: 5914

Elevation: 7945 Feet/2.421 m

Average Snowfall: 300 inches/7.620 mm

Average Winter Temperature: 0-32°F/-18°C-0°C

Average Summer Temperature: 41-79°F/5-26°C

Quick Facts:

Electricity: 110 volts, 60Hz, standard two pin plugs

Time Zone: GMT-7

Country Dialing Code: 1

Area Code: 970

Did You Know?

Aspen was discovered by the Ute Indians and originally called 'The Shining Mountains' for its rich silver mines. Aspen is now considered one of America's elite winter resorts.

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Aspen is situated 208 miles southwest of Denver and is located in the Elk Mountains, a segment of the Rocky Mountain Range.

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