By Gabrielle T
Introduction
There are a surprising number of Albuquerque nicknames that can help you learn more about...
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Albuquirky has been one of the most beloved local nicknames since at least the 1990s...
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The Albuquerque name ABQ might seem familiar if you've ever flown into this part of...
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Not many people know that Albuquerque is the Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World...
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Originally, this part of New Mexico went by a slightly different name with an additional...
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When Spanish settlers first founded Albuquerque on the banks of the Rio Grande, it was...
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Albuquerque is no stranger to unique and sometimes unusual nicknames. Perhaps one of the strangest...
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Sun Port is a nickname for Albuquerque that has a few different origins. The most...
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The 505 may seem like a strange nickname, but if you're from Albuquerque, it makes...
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The multiple Qs in Albuquerque's name helped inspire its reputation as the Q. This moniker...
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Have you ever found yourself wondering, "What does Albuquerque mean?" The answer is actually quite...
Conclusion
Albuquerque has managed to acquire a number of unique names throughout its history. Some, like...
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