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 De Los Moyos
Valle Grande Golf Course
Ten K Trail
Carolino Canyon
Juan Toro Canyon
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History
Cañon De La Perra
National Atomic Museum
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Canoncito Trail
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Mosca Trail
Suicide Ski Trail
Barro Canyon
Cañoncito De Medio
Juan Tomas Canyon
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Pino Trail
Cibola Ski Trail
La Madera Ski Trail
Short Swing Ski Trail
Navajo Draw
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Boca Negra Canyon
Cañon De La Agua Blanca
Primera Agua Canyon
Cañon Los Joyos
Sabino Canyon
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Osha Spring Trail
Sedillo Canyon
Cañon De La Mula
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Cañon De Perry
University Art Museum
Race Arena Ski Trail
Lower Slalom Ski Trail
Canon De La Miga
Ojito Trail
Buckeye Canyon
Exhibition Ski Trail
Cañon De Novillo
Cañon De Gallegos
Stagecoach Canyon
Cañon De Jaramillo
Pino Canyon
Prohibition Ski Trail
Cañon Del Apache
Albuquerque Museum
Sandia Mountains
Cañon Turrieta
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Juan Tabo Canyon
Cañada De Los Canoncitos
Lurance Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Cañon De Las Palas
Diablo Ski Trail
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Apachitos Canyon
Hups Ski Trail
Geology Museum
Osha Loop Trail
Manzanita Mountains
Oldtimer Canyon
Albuquerque Trail
Lukas Canyon
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Jonson Gallery Of The University Art Museum
Embudo Canyon
Perdiz Canyon
Jaral Canyon
La Luz Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
South Piedra Lisa
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
Embudito Canyon
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Cañon Del Trigo
Cañon De Oso
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Do Drop In Ski Trail
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Cueva Canyon
Chamisoso Canyon
Sol Se Mete Canyon
Pine Tree Canyon
Albuquerque Racecourse
Cañoncito
Cañon De Tajique
Canon La Cueva
Lujan Canyon
David Canyon
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
Speedway Park Stadium
Telephone Pioneer Museum
Cedro Canyon
Spanish History Museum
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