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.
Perdiz Canyon
Cañon Cuervo
San Lazarus Gulch
Speedway Park Stadium
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Inhibition Ski Trail
Mosca Trail
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Canon La Cueva
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Comanche Canyon
Cañon Osha
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Osha Loop Trail
Suicide Ski Trail
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
San Pedro Mountains
La Luz Trail
Oldtimer Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Palo Duroso Canyon
Ten K Trail
Sol Se Mete Canyon
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Geology Museum
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Cañon De Gallegos
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
David Canyon
Dipsey Ski Trail
Lujan Canyon
Cañon De Terrero
Cerro Blanco Trail
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Cañoncito De Medio
Canon De Los Seis
Cañon Del Apache
Juan Tomas Canyon
Tejano Canyon
Meteorite Museum
Tunnel Canyon
Cañon De La Agua Blanca
Ojito Canyon
Maxwell Museum Of Anthropology
Lorenzo Canyon
Albuquerque Racecourse
Embudo Trail
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Juan Toro Canyon
Race Arena Ski Trail
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Canon De La Fuera
Cañon De Perry
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Cienega Trail
Pino Trail
Valle Grande Golf Course
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Spanish History Museum
Manzano Mountains
Tablazon Canyon
Lukas Canyon
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
Armijo Trail
Commanche Trail
Otero Canyon
Tecolote Trail
Cañon De Domingo Baca
Cañon De La Gallina
Cañon De Sanchez
Cañon Del Venado
Las Huertas Canyon
Short Swing Ski Trail
Cañon De Chilili
Hups Ski Trail
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Cañon Largo
Lurance Canyon
Sand Canyon
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Oso Corredor Trail
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Cañon De Jaramillo
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Primera Agua Canyon
Sabino Canyon
Encino Canyon
Exhibition Ski Trail
Embudito Canyon
La Madera Ski Trail
Faulty Trail
Prohibition Ski Trail
Osha Spring Trail
Juan Tabo Canyon
Charlies Canyon
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