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.
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Largo Canyon
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Valle Grande Golf Course
Barts Trail
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Cañon De La Vereda
Sol Se Mete Canyon
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Cañon De Terrero
Stagecoach Canyon
Sedillo Canyon
Cibola Ski Trail
Diablo Ski Trail
Mosca Trail
Race Hill Ski Trail
Manzano Mountains
Cañon De Gallegos
Cueva Canyon
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Pino Canyon
San Lazarus Gulch
Palomas Trail
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Tecolote Trail
Barro Canyon
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History
Oso Corredor Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Cañon Agua Sarca
Manzanita Mountains
Ellis Trail
Canoncito Trail
Cañon De Chilili
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Bosque Trail
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Cañon De Sanchez
David Canyon
Cañon De Los Moyos
Dipsey Ski Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
Albuquerque Racecourse
Osha Loop Trail
Hups Ski Trail
Cañon De Jaramillo
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
Tijeras Canyon
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Las Huertas Canyon
Perdiz Canyon
Pino Trail
Cañon De La Perra
Navajo Draw
Oldtimer Canyon
Cañon De Novillo
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Cañon De La Mula
Maxwell Museum Of Anthropology
Ojito Trail
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
National Atomic Museum
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Embudito Canyon
Cañon De Torreon
Ten K Trail
Osha Spring Trail
La Madera Ski Trail
Cañada De Los Canoncitos
Short Swing Ski Trail
Inhibition Ski Trail
Cañon De Oso
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Cañon Tejon
Juan Toro Canyon
Chamisoso Canyon
Race Arena Ski Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
Freds Run Ski Trail
Canon De Los Seis
Cañon Del Venado
Cañon Turrieta
Spanish History Museum
Cañon De Tajique
Cañon Madera
Cañon Cuervo
Lurance Canyon
Cerro Blanco Trail
Cañon De Perry
Faulty Trail
Jaral Canyon
Canon De La Fuera
Lujan Canyon
Piedra Lisa Canyon
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