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.
South Piedra Lisa
Cañada De Los Canoncitos
Cañon Turrieta
Tejano Canyon
Ojito Trail
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
Cueva Canyon
Embudo Trail
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Burn Ski Trail
Cañon De La Gallina
Chamisoso Canyon
Cañon De Los Moyos
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Osha Loop Trail
Embudo Canyon
Sedillo Canyon
Cañon De Perry
Spanish History Museum
Apachitos Canyon
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Valle Grande Golf Course
La Luz Trail
Cañon De Chilili
Cañon De Novillo
Jaral Canyon
Jaral Trail
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Canon De La Miga
Albuquerque Racecourse
Lukas Canyon
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Cañon De Tajique
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Race Arena Ski Trail
Meteorite Museum
Cañoncito De Medio
Ellis Trail
Boca Negra Canyon
Dipsey Ski Trail
Garcia Canyon
Encino Canyon
Palomas Trail
Albuquerque Trail
Race Hill Ski Trail
Piedra Lisa Canyon
Cerro Blanco Trail
Cañon De Jaramillo
Cañon De Domingo Baca
Lurance Canyon
Cibola Ridge Ski Trail
Sandia Ski Trail
Cañon De La Mula
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Ojito Canyon
Maxwell Museum Of Anthropology
Sandia Mountains
Oso Corredor Trail
Oldtimer Canyon
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
Mosca Trail
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Tablazon Canyon
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Museum Of Southwestern Biology
Cibola Cut Off Ski Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
Lorenzo Canyon
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Cañon De Las Palas
Cañon De La Vereda
David Canyon
Juan Toro Canyon
Juan Tabo Canyon
Cañon De Gallegos
Cañon Del Trigo
Cienega Trail
Geology Museum
Cañon De La Perra
Upper Slalom Ski Trail
Manzano Mountains
Albuquerque Golf Course
Navajo Draw
Prohibition Ski Trail
Pino Trail
Lujan Canyon
Cañon Del Apache
La Madera Ski Trail
Primera Agua Canyon
Penasco Blanco Trail
Cañon Osha
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Short Swing Ski Trail
Canon De La Fuera
Embudito Canyon
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
Embudito Trail
Maxwell Museum
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