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If you've come to Salt Lake City just for the skiing, you're missing
out on some of the incredible treasures within the city itself.
There are cultural and historic attractions to explore, many
conveniently located downtown. Plan on spending at least a day
or two in the city before schussing down the slopes.
Start your vacation
with a visit to Temple Square to admire the spectacular temple and the
Tabernacle, home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. It's worth
taking a tour through here. The Mormons are a big part of the
history of Salt Lake City. In fact, Brigham Young, President of
the Mormon Church, founded the city way back in 1847 when it was
only a valley and a quiet place to escape religious
persecution.
Other Mormon sites
worth visiting include This is the Place Heritage Park, the
exact point where Young decided they would stop and settle down,
the Lion and Beehive Houses Young built in 1853 and the Family
Resource Library, where you can trace your ancestral background
with extensive resources.
The Utah State
Capital is worth visiting for the incredible architecture and
the view from its lofty perch. While Great Salt Lake (just 20 minutes
outside of the city) has stunning views from every angle.
If its too cold to
enjoy an outdoor view, head into one of 17 movie theaters at
Jordon Commons to catch a flick, or shop for souvenirs at
historic Gardner Village. Thanksgiving Point's gardens are best
enjoyed in warm weather, but the North American Museum of
Ancient Life will thrill adults and children alike, year
round.
Don't forget to
check out one of the 2002 Olympic venues while you're in
town. Test events are going on this winter as athletes from
around the world ready themselves to compete. At Utah Olympic
Park, visitors will get a chance to ski jump, bobsled and luge
and watch the athletes train.
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