Albuquerque
Dubbed �The Duke City� after its founder, the Viceroy of New Spain, Albuquerque is home to clear skies, mild temperatures, and ample sunshine that lasts for nearly the entire year. Nature and outdoors enthusiasts can find sanctity in the climate and landscape of Albuquerque. There�s a reason why over half a million people call this place home, and it isn�t only because the weather is ethereal for over 300 days out of the year.
As soon as you land, let the good times roll with activities ranging from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta to relaxing in the sunshine at Tingley Beach.
Albuquerque at a Glance
Albuquerque is most popular during June, July, and August. During the summer, tourists can experience near-perfect weather conditions and make the most of outdoor activities including live music festivals and hot air ballooning. The 32nd most populous city in the United States has no shortage in recognition of the wonders it has to offer tourists.
Albuquerque has a total area of 187.7 miles of land and lies within the northern, upper edges of the Chihuahuan Desert ecoregion. �The Duke City� is adjacent to the Colorado Plateau Semi-Desert, Arizona/New Mexico Mountains, and southwest plateaus.
This city also features one of the highest elevations in the United States ranging from 4,900 feet above sea level near the Rio Grande and 6,700 feet in the foothills of Sandia Peak.
Albuquerque has a population of 564,559 people and lies only an hour south of Santa Fe. Albuquerque International Sunport serves as one of the primary airports of New Mexico, accommodating over 5 million travelers per year. As the main airport in Albuquerque, it streamlines traveling processes with a simplified design and easy access to gates. Neighboring airports include Santa Fe Municipal Airport and the Double Eagle Ii Airport.
Albuquerque Attractions
Hispanic culture has a strong influence in Albuquerque, as Spanish and Native American roots alike run deep through the state of New Mexico. From Mexican cuisine to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, travelers will have the pleasure of being immersed in the many cultures that played a part in the development of the United States.
The contributions of the Spanish and Native Americans of New Mexico to U.S. gentrification do not go uncelebrated. One prime example is Mexican cuisine. From Green Chile Cheeseburgers to Tewa Tacos that explode with savory goodness upon each bite, the roots of Spanish culture are never more noticeable than when biting into a green chile or a homemade tortilla. Some of the finest American restaurants of Hispanic heritage pepper the Albuquerque area, and are waiting for more 5-star reviews!
So, what�re you waiting for? Find out why millions of tourists flock to Albuquerque every year to take in diverse cultures while making the most of an exemplary climate.
Cañon De La Agua Blanca
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Las Huertas Canyon
Canon De La Fuera
Lower Slalom Ski Trail
Gutierrez Canyon
Maxwell Museum
Primera Agua Canyon
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course
Jaral Trail
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
David Canyon
Sandia Mountains
Salado Canyon
Stagecoach Canyon
South Piedra Lisa
Oso Corredor Trail
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Race Arena Ski Trail
Dipsey Ski Trail
Apachitos Canyon
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Gotera Canyon
Boca Negra Canyon
Palo Duroso Canyon
Juan Toro Canyon
Armijo Trail
Cueva Canyon
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Lukas Canyon
Sandia Ski Trail
Cañon Media
Cañon De Las Palas
Cañon Del Trigo
Capulin Canyon
Carolino Canyon
Cañon Monte Del Largo
San Lazarus Gulch
Albuquerque Trail
Perdiz Canyon
Ten K Trail
Inhibition Ski Trail
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Burn Ski Trail
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
La Madera Ski Trail
Chamisoso Canyon
Embudito Canyon
Suicide Ski Trail
Albuquerque Museum
Cañon De Terrero
Canon De Los Seis
Oldtimer Canyon
Commanche Trail
Cienega Trail
Charlies Canyon
Pino Trail
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Cañon De La Perra
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Cañada De Los Canoncitos
Short Swing Ski Trail
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Cañon De La Mula
Piedra Lisa Canyon
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Cañon De Gallegos
Barts Trail
Cañon De Jaramillo
Race Hill Ski Trail
Cañon De Sanchez
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Barro Canyon
San Francisco Canyon
Cerro Blanco Trail
Diablo Ski Trail
Canon La Cueva
Cañon Madera
Do Drop In Ski Trail
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Vigil Trail
Embudo Canyon
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Embudito Trail
Cañon De Tajique
Faulty Trail
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Geology Museum
Sedillo Canyon
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History
Manzano Mountains
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
Osha Spring Trail
Cañon De Perry
Valle Grande Golf Course
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