The name “Idaho” is derived from a Native American word. “The sun comes from the mountains” is the meaning of the state's name.Idaho is referred to as the “Gem State” because 72 types of gems can be found in this state.It is the leading producer of potatoes. It produces nearly one-third of the total production in the United States. Besides potatoes, Idaho is also known as the “Lentil Capital of the world”You can see Oregon, Washington, and Montana from Heaven's Gate Lookout.Silver Mountain Resort offers the world's longest Gondola ride.Albertson College of Idaho in Caldwell is the oldest institution providing higher education of more than 4 years.Lava Hot Springs offers the world-famous hot springs. Soda Springs has the largest man-made geyser.Idaho has a lot of ghost cities such as the Sierra Silver Mine, Gold Dredge, Yankee Fork, and Silver City.Shoshone Falls, the Western Niagra, has a 212-foot drop.Idaho's state motto is “Esto Perpetua”. It means 'This is forever'.