Salt Lake City, a city with an interesting background and a gorgeous backyard!
The mormons: The city was founded in 1847 by a group of Mormon pioneers led by the prophet Brigham Young, who fled hostility from the midwest. Salt Lake City is now the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you visit the Church History Museum in Salt Lake City you can learn a lot about it.
The backyard: Salt Lake City is the capital and most populous city of Utah. Salt Lake City is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including its backyard. Just a short distance from the city, you can find a variety of outdoor activities and attractions. No need to travel hours and hours before finding some beautiful views, mountains and lakes! So Bryce Canyon can be denied this time ;-).
A nice suggestion from DDTS: If you'r not in for a long day in the car, go to the mountains close by. DDTS rented a SUV and drove through Brighton and Solitude. In wintertime Brighton and Solitude are perfect for skiing. In summer it is deserted so better to go to the hip town of Park City immediately.
Park City: For many years, Park City has attracted a glamorous crowd, drawn here by terrific skiing, the Sundance Film Festival, and the mountain views. It is a must-visit destination. Historic Main Street has been Park City’s prime shopping district since the 1800s when merchants began catering to the town’s founding miners. The area hosts more than 70 stores, ranging from souvenir shops to one-of-a-kind boutiques. Park City is also known because of the 2002 Winter Olympics. Breath in the wonderful mountain air while you are having a drink at on outdoor terrace and watch the rich and famous!
Jordanelle State Park: Jordanelle State Park is a water recreation mecca. You have to pay to enter this Park. It offers fishing, boating & water-skiing on Jordanelle Reservoir, along with hiking trails & campgrounds. It is nice for an in between pit stop.
Midway: Midway is known as “Little Switzerland”. Both for its dramatic mountain location along the Wasatch Back mountain range and for its Germanic heritage. Whether you’re a local or visiting from another town, Midway makes the perfect getaway for those wishing to breathe the crisp alpine air and enjoy scenic tranquility. Don't be surprised if you hear a typical Swiss melody out of the Tower Clock every hour. Jodelahietieeeeeeeeee...;-)! And visit sweet Cactus & Pine Boutique.
Mormon Tabernacle Choir: If you are back in Salt Lake City after your short road trip, you have to visit the fantastic Mormon Tabernacle Choir. All 360 members of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and all 110 members of the Orchestra at Temple Square are unpaid volunteers who practice and perform weekly. Choir members rehearse Thursday nights for two hours and Sunday mornings for more than three hours. You can visit for free and there is no formal dress code. It is a must see!
