Called the "Centennial
State," because it became the 38th state when the U.S.
turned 100 in 1876, Colorado is most closely associated with the
Rocky Mountains and has numerous peaks over 14,000 feet. The
state's name comes from a Spanish word meaning "red" or
"ruddy," the color of much of the state's terrain.
Today, Colorado is known for its vast cattle ranges, agricultural
acreage, and snow-covered mountains that are ideal for winter
sports. Its capital is Denver and state flower is the Rocky
Mountain columbine.
State Flower: Rocky Mountain
Columbine
State Motto: Nothing Without
Providence
State Nickname: Centennial State
State Bird: Lark Bunting
Land area: 103,730 sq mi. -
Length: 380 Miles - Width: 280 Miles
10 largest cities (1999 est.):
Denver, 499,775; Colorado Springs, 350,199; Aurora, 252,956;
Lakewood, 137,916; Fort Collins, 113,432; Pueblo, 103,852;
Arvada, 99,444; Westminster, 97,100; Boulder, 91,238 ; Thornton,
77,589; - Persons per square mile (1999): 39.1