Manitou Springs, is a magical funky, artsy Victorian mountain town at the foot of Pikes Peak. It’s a perfect place to visit for a weekend or settle down for a lifetime. In some ways, it feels like Manitou Springs has been stuck in time and it seduces nearly every visitor. This guide booklet by Kelly Camden provides a nice summary of the town’s history, housing, mineral springs, things to do, festivals, ghosts and legends, downtown area, schools, libraries transportation and more.