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It is home to several historic landmarks, the University of New Mexico, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the Gathering of Nations, the New Mexico State Fair, and a diverse restaurant scene, which features both New Mexican and global cuisine.
- 4,967 ft (1,514 m)
- New Mexico
May 5, 2024 · Albuquerque, city, seat (1883) of Bernalillo county, west-central New Mexico, U.S., located on the Rio Grande opposite a pass between the Sandia and Manzano mountains to the east. The area was the site of Native American pueblos (villages) when Europeans first arrived in 1540.
Discover the vibrant city of Albuquerque, where diverse cultures, authentic art and dynamic traditions shape its centuries-old story. Explore its cuisine, museums, outdoor adventures, ballooning and more.
- 12.6 miles to city center. Address: 30 Tramway Rd NE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. For excellent views of Albuquerque and the nearby Sandia Mountains, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway.
- 0.6 miles to city center. Address: 200 N Plaza St NW. Free, Neighborhood/Area, Sightseeing. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND.
- 1.5 miles to city center. Address: 2401 12th St NW. Museums. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND.
- 1 mile to city center. Address: 903 10th St. SW. Zoos and Aquariums, Parks and Gardens, Sightseeing. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND.
Albuquerque is a vibrant, sprawling city near the center of New Mexico. Cradled in the Rio Grande Valley beneath the Sandia Mountains, it is by far the largest city in the state, acting as the media, educational, and economic center of New Mexico, as well as the home of the state's only major airport, making it a common entry point into New Mexico.
Oct 21, 2021 · Steve Larese. Oct 21, 2021 • 11 min read. Among other things, the city of Albuquerque is unique for it's striking Spanish colonial architecture © amygdala_imagery/Getty. From outdoor adventure to relaxed dinners under incredible sunsets, Albuquerque is a laid-back city steeped in centuries of diverse cultures.
Major Airports: Albuquerque (ABQ) States: New Mexico. Southwestern culture and outdoor adventures in a high-altitude city. Bisected by the mighty Rio Grande River and set in the shadow of the pink-hued Sandia Mountains, this high-altitude city of more than a half million people is New Mexico’s largest.
