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 Del Agua Azul
Barro Canyon
Lukas Canyon
Encino Canyon
Cañon Del Trigo
Lower Slalom Ski Trail
Canon La Cueva
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Ellis Trail
Tejano Canyon
Cañon Agua Sarca
Armijo Trail
Commanche Trail
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Barts Trail
Speedway Park Stadium
Otero Canyon
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Cañon De La Mula
Juan Tabo Canyon
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
National Atomic Museum
Osha Spring Trail
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Maxwell Museum
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Comanche Canyon
San Pedro Mountains
Palo Duroso Canyon
Hups Ski Trail
Embudo Canyon
Manzanita Mountains
Navajo Draw
Gutierrez Canyon
Cienega Trail
San Francisco Canyon
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Cerro Blanco Trail
Jaral Trail
Suicide Ski Trail
Vigil Trail
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Juan Toro Canyon
Cañon Osha
Pino Canyon
Cibola Ski Trail
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Cañon Turrieta
Geology Museum
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Boca Negra Canyon
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
Inhibition Ski Trail
Embudo Trail
La Luz Trail
Race Arena Ski Trail
Oso Corredor Trail
Pino Trail
Aspen Ski Trail
Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course
Cañon De Domingo Baca
Freds Run Ski Trail
Albuquerque Museum
Cañon De Jaramillo
Ojito Trail
La Madera Ski Trail
Cañon Cuervo
Cañon De Novillo
Albuquerque Racecourse
Exhibition Ski Trail
Cañon De Tajique
Cañon De Oso
Gonzales Canyon
Cañon De Sanchez
Cienega Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Cañon De Perry
Tecolote Trail
Lurance Canyon
Manzano Mountains
Albuquerque Golf Course
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Cañon De La Gallina
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Cañon De Terrero
Las Huertas Canyon
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Charlies Canyon
Cañon De Chilili
Cañon De Savina
Cañon De Gallegos
Sandia Mountains
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Cañon Los Joyos
Spanish History Museum
Cañon De La Perra
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