By Alli Sewell
Introduction
Do you want to learn some nicknames for Colorado? This list features 11 of the...
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The Centennial State is the official state nickname of Colorado. You'll find this moniker on...
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While not an official nickname, Colorful Colorado is a well-known and frequently used Colorado state...
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Around 150 years ago, Colorado saw an influx of immigrants from the United Kingdom. This...
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Another nickname for Colorado is The Highest State. This name came about due to Colorado...
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Historically, Colorado was covered with plains on which buffalo and bison herds lived and grazed...
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Colorado used to be an important lead mining state, hence the name The Lead State...
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The Colorado state nickname The Switzerland of America is slightly lesser known and comes from...
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Gateway to the Rockies is a nickname given to Colorado State and the city of...
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This nickname relates to another of Colorado's past mining activities. Colorado has been mining silver...
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The Mile-High City is most often thought of as a Denver nickname instead of a...
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Instead of being one of multiple Colorado nicknames, Nil Sine Numine is the official state...
Conclusion
Colorado is a fantastic state with a rich history and culture and breathtaking natural landscapes...
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