Some of us have lived in the state of Colorado for our lifetime, while the rest of us may have only lived here for a few months. No matter how long you have been here, there are things you may not know about the great state of Colorado.

Here are five facts, courtesy of the website 50 States, that will make you sit there and go "REALLY?".

1.) WERE THE OLYMPICS SUPPOSED TO BE HERE?

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Why yes, they were supposed to be here. The Winter Olympics were supposed to be held in Denver in 1976. However, 62% of voters decided against it. This makes Colorado the only state in history to turn down the Olympics.

2.) WE TRULY ARE AMERICA'S MOUNTAIN STATE

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Did you know that 75% of America's land that is over 10,000 feet is actually situated in Colorado?

3.) THAT'S ONE LONG ROAD

Credit: Denver Energy
Credit: Denver Energy
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Did you know that Colfax Avenue is the longest continuous street in America?

4.) SENDING I LOVE YOU...

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Valentine's Day Video About Love ThinkStock
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Loveland can be considered the "land of love" as hundreds of thousands of Valentines Day cards are remailed from the city each year.

5.) BEER...BEER...AND MORE BEER

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I don't think this will come as a surprise to anyone, but did Colorado leads the nation with more microbreweries per capita than any other state.

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