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.
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Lurance Canyon
Cañon Del Venado
Comanche Canyon
Cañon Agua Sarca
Oso Corredor Trail
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
Cañon De Domingo Baca
Canon De Los Seis
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Spanish History Museum
Bosque Trail
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
Cañon Madera
Freds Run Ski Trail
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Navajo Draw
Cañon De Las Palas
San Lazarus Gulch
Oldtimer Canyon
Canon De La Miga
Valle Grande Golf Course
Cañon Media
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Osha Loop Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
Cañon Osha
San Francisco Canyon
Ten K Trail
Maxwell Museum
Albuquerque Racecourse
Stagecoach Canyon
Cañon De Chilili
Cañon De Jaramillo
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Tablazon Canyon
Armijo Trail
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Embudito Trail
Cañon De Tajique
Albuquerque Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Hups Ski Trail
Prohibition Ski Trail
Commanche Trail
Cañon Cuervo
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Meteorite Museum
Canon La Cueva
Sandia Mountains
Cienega Trail
Tecolote Trail
Apachitos Canyon
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Cibola Ski Trail
Juan Toro Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Tejano Canyon
Cañon De Los Moyos
Charlies Canyon
Juan Tomas Canyon
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Vigil Trail
Las Huertas Canyon
Crest Trail
Carolino Canyon
Osha Spring Trail
Race Arena Ski Trail
Palo Duroso Canyon
Mosca Trail
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
Canoncito Trail
David Canyon
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Cañon Turrieta
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Cañon De La Perra
Cañon Del Agua
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History
Lukas Canyon
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
South Piedra Lisa
Manzanita Mountains
Perdiz Canyon
Aspen Ski Trail
Cañon Del Trigo
Albuquerque Golf Course
Geology Museum
Cañon De Perry
Cerro Blanco Trail
Short Swing Ski Trail
Canon De La Fuera
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
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