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Holly, Co., set on the grasslands near the Kansas border, was first established as a ranching center. Hiram Holly, for whom the town is named, arrived in 1871 with 1,300 cattle, and his ranch was the first settlement in the area. After he sold the ranch to a private company, it grew in size to nearly 2.5 million acres.
Today, the ranching and farming life still holds sway; much of this town is built around the farm. Crops grown in the area include wheat, corn and sweet-tasting cantaloupe. Farmers and friends gather downtown to share stories and shop. Visitors will find gift shops and a grocery store for stocking picnic baskets.
Map: Holly
Region: Southeast Regional Information
County: Prowers
Proximity to other towns: Located 172.1 miles from Pueblo, 191.6 miles from Colorado Springs, 12.8 miles from Granada, 34.1 miles from Lamar
Population: 987
Elevation: 3387 feet
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