This Unique City In Colorado Boasts One-Of-A-Kind Art And Stunning Views Of The Rockies

Throughout the world, certain places have earned nicknames to imply they are "places of love." Then, there's a small city of j that's earned the moniker, "America's Sweetheart City."

That place is Loveland, Colorado — yes, it even has "love" in the name. is a place that earned its "sweetheart" nickname back . Long before then, Loveland was home to several Indigenous peoples, . Today, , , and .

These sculptures are part of Loveland's immense dedication to public art; some embrace the "love" piece.  Loveland's arts presence — which some of the best street murals you need to see — is so massive, some have dubbed Loveland "the ."

Loveland's history as one of the best U.S. cities for art lovers to visit spans several decades, with , , and, perhaps most significantly, a . In modern Loveland, that artistic energy remains palpable; that original , still stands, and .

One of the more prominent displays is the Benson Sculpture Garden, a outdoor retreat featuring Of course, the primary visual attraction of the sculpture garden is the art on display. But one of its most outstanding appeals is its location within Colorado's stunning landscape. Not only are the grounds full of aesthetically pleasing plant life, but .

That natural beauty, too, is part of Loveland's appeal. Within the city limits are multiple trails and areas that lead to or provide sweeping views of the Rockies, like the , which, alongside foothill views, .

Because so much of Loveland's artistic appeal is outdoor, depending on what you're hoping to see, winter might not be the most ideal time, . That said, for those who enjoy winter sports, there are , and there's still beauty on display with the . Otherwise, late summer and autumn are the best times to enjoy the vibrant colors of this underrated Colorado mountainous city; that's when major art events like the , , , , and the all take place.

Finding the best place to stay depends on the activities you prefer and their proximity. Within the , which is  but , hotel options are a bit limited. However, . Another highly rated.

Traveling to Loveland is somewhat easy, depending on your origin. . A smaller option is the . A bit closer is the and , which is .