By Audrey Wilson
Introduction
Are you interested in learning some San Diego nicknames? This article covers seven alternate names...
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San Diego is called the Birthplace of California because it was where Spanish explorer Juan...
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While not at the forefront of San Diego names, the city is still referred to...
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While not certain, many historians say that the name Plymouth of the West dates to...
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In the 1960s, the mayor, Frank Curran, and ex-mayor Charles Dail applied the nickname City...
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In the 1970s, Pete Wilson, the Mayor at that time, was responsible for a well-known...
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Another name for San Diego is the Tuna Capital of the World. Located on the...
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The origin of the term Beach Paradise as a nickname for San Diego is not...
Conclusion
San Diego has a colorful history and culture; its nicknames reflect its unique character. From...
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