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.
Mosca Trail
Cerro Blanco Trail
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Lurance Canyon
Cañon Del Apache
La Luz Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Burn Ski Trail
Meteorite Museum
South Piedra Lisa
Maxwell Museum
Cañon De Tajique
Cañon De La Perra
Hups Ski Trail
Dipsey Ski Trail
Cañon De Sanchez
Cañon Media
Pino Canyon
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Cañon Turrieta
Canoncito Trail
Faulty Trail
Sulphur Canyon
Valle Grande Golf Course
Sandia Ski Trail
Cañon De Los Moyos
Lujan Canyon
Armijo Trail
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
Cañon De Jaramillo
Cañon De Savina
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Ojito Trail
Cañon Cuervo
Albuquerque Racecourse
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Cañon De Chilili
Embudito Trail
Tablazon Canyon
Cañon Agua Sarca
Short Swing Ski Trail
Lorenzo Canyon
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Cañon De La Vereda
Cañon Osha
Chamisoso Canyon
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Jaral Trail
Cienega Trail
David Canyon
Gotera Canyon
Cañon Monte Del Largo
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
Juan Toro Canyon
Yellowstone Trail
Otero Canyon
Lukas Canyon
Cañon Madera
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Sandia Mountains
Cañon Del Venado
Jaral Canyon
Cañon De La Mina
Ten K Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course
Vigil Trail
Collier Draw
Armijo Draw
Tijeras Canyon
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Juan Tabo Canyon
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Bosque Trail
Cañon De La Gallina
Primera Agua Canyon
Suicide Ski Trail
Race Hill Ski Trail
Cañon Del Agua Azul
San Lazarus Gulch
Cañon De La Agua Blanca
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Apachitos Canyon
Albuquerque Trail
Embudo Trail
Oldtimer Canyon
Cañoncito
Cañon Los Joyos
Charlies Canyon
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Cibola Ski Trail
Las Huertas Canyon
Cañon Del Trigo
Palo Duroso Canyon
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