Early this month, a Huffington Post writer called Colorado the fifth most overrated travel destination on the planet. That claim struck us as utter nonsense, but we understand why there might be some backlash. After all, the state has inspired some of the most gorgeous and memorable travel posters for decades.

Look below to check out twenty that caught our eye. They're so striking those of you from out of state may book flights here immediately, no matter what some HuffPo moron might say.

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