Welcome to COLORADO

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. ...Read more here: Colorado - The Centennial State

Capital City:

Denver

Nickname:

Centennial State

Motto:

Nil Sine Numine (Nothing without Providence)

Gained Statehood:

August 1, 1876 (38th)

Origin of State's Name:

From the Spanish for the color red, which was applied to the Colorado River.

Largest Cities:

Denver , Colorado Springs , Aurora , Lakewood , Fort Collins

Border States:

Arizona , Kansas , Nebraska , New Mexico , Oklahoma , Utah , Wyoming

Land Area:

103,730 sq. mi.; 8th largest

State Bird:

Lark Bunting

State Flower:

Rocky Mountain Columbine (aquilegia caerules)

State Tree:

Colorado Blue Spruce (picea pungens)

State Song:

Where the Columbines Grow