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Helena is a city nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains that provide year-round opportunities to everyone; whether visitors or residents. The city landscape, along with its surrounding area's landscape, allow people to enjoy diverse outdoor activities, including fishing, boating, hunting, hiking, skiing, biking and golf, etc. Helena is also very culturally rich and has a compelling gold rush history. Many heaters, art and historical museums can be sited inside the city, which satisfy one's cultural interests. In addition, Helena also hosts a symphony. Several historical buildings can also be located in the city, including the Saint Helena Cathedral. Many events are also hosted by the city year-round, attracting millions of visitors. To explore the city all for yourself, grab your Helena Tickets today!

Situated at the eastern foot of the Continental Divide, beside Lake Helena, in the center of the Rocky Mountains, the City of Helena is the capital of the U.S. state of Montana and seat of Lewis and Clark County. Helena is also the main city of the Helena Micropolitan Statistical Area, which embraces the entire Jefferson and Lewis and Clark counties. Helena is often nicknamed as the Queen City of the Rockies. The total population of the city during 2006 was 27,885; whereas, the total area comprised by the city is 14.0 square miles, all land. Helena was initially discovered in 1805, by whites, who were members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The town was first called Crabtown, but later, it was named Helena.

The community was established in 1864 shortly after gold was discovered along Last Chance Creek, by a group of gold prospectors, known as the Four Georgians. Today, this area serves as Helena's main street is named Last Chance Gulch. While the city quickly grew as a supply center for area mining camps, it was soon chosen as the capital of the Territory of Montana, by 1874. Helena then incorporated as a city in 1881. In 1889, Helena developed into the state capital.Today, the city proves to be a financial, commercial, and transportation hub for an agricultural and mining district. The insurance industry, government, and tourism, all play an important role for the economy of Helena. There are several higher education centers found inside the city, such as the Carroll College, Catholic Liberal Arts College, and the University of Montana - Helena College of Technology; whereas, the additional cultural institutions include the the Helena Symphony and Chorale, and the Holter Museum of Art.

The city boasts many historical, nineteenth century buildings, whose architecture still overwhelms all. Helena is rich in arts and culture and has a compelling gold rush history. The city's main sites of interest include the Helena Historic District around Last Chance Gulch; the mansion of the former governor, which was designed by Cass Gilbert; the State Capitol; the Montana Historical Society Museum; and last, but not the least, the Gothic-style Saint Helena Cathedral. The city is also home to many events, such as, a dogsled race is held in the city each year, and is one of the main city events. In addition, the city's location in the Prickly Pear Valley in a fertile region surrounded by hills and mountains, offers many recreation opportunities to people too. In order to fully explore this beautiful City of Helena, buy your Helena Tickets soon and visit this place with friends and family!