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.
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Short Swing Ski Trail
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
Cañon De Chilili
Cañon Osha
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
Albuquerque Museum
Canon De La Fuera
University Art Museum
Sandia Mountains
Boca Negra Canyon
San Pedro Mountains
Apachitos Canyon
Encino Canyon
Embudito Canyon
Lukas Canyon
Cañon Del Venado
Cañon De La Agua Blanca
Sand Canyon
Faulty Trail
Osha Loop Trail
Maxwell Museum
Cubby Corner Ski Trail
Juan Tabo Canyon
Cañon De Terrero
Sol Se Mete Canyon
Dipsey Ski Trail
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Geology Museum
Cañon Del Agua Azul
Meteorite Museum
Manzano Mountains
Lorenzo Canyon
Freds Run Ski Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Oldtimer Canyon
Aspen Ski Trail
Carolino Canyon
Manzanita Mountains
Jaral Trail
Cañon Media
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Otero Canyon
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Vigil Trail
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Canoncito Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
Commanche Trail
Race Hill Ski Trail
Tejano Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Cibola Ski Trail
Cañon De Perry
Charlies Canyon
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Tecolote Trail
Lujan Canyon
Cañada De Los Canoncitos
Albuquerque Golf Course
Cañon De Los Moyos
Pino Trail
Piedra Lisa Canyon
Primera Agua Canyon
Burn Ski Trail
Ellis Trail
Cañon De La Perra
Embudo Canyon
Cañon Del Apache
Cañon De Savina
Gotera Canyon
Spanish History Museum
Cañon Turrieta
Sandia Ski Trail
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
National Atomic Museum
Prohibition Ski Trail
Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Albuquerque Racecourse
Cañon De La Gallina
Armijo Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Navajo Draw
Cañon De La Mula
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Embudito Trail
Gutierrez Canyon
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
La Madera Ski Trail
Oso Corredor Trail
Lower Slalom Ski Trail
Cerro Blanco Trail
Suicide Ski Trail
Cañon De Las Palas
Jaral Canyon
Cañon Tejon
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