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Introduction
Albuquerque is a city of diversity, with geographic and historic circumstances that brought Native American, Hispanic and Anglo cultures together to create a unique multicultural community. The land awes and inspires with the Sandia and Manza... Continue reading »
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History
The Rio Grande has always brought life to the inhabitants of the Albuquerque valley. The river provided water to traders and nomads as they made their way across the high desert. As early as 500 CE, pockets of civilization began to appear alo... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Albuquerque has been a center of commerce for hundreds of years. Five hundred years ago it was a trade hub for pre-Pueblo and later Pueblo Indians. After the settlement of the region by the Spanish, this village sat on the Camino Real, or Roy... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
The rich cultural diversity of New Mexico has created a culinary melting pot. Finding something to eat is easy, but choosing from all of the options may take awhile. There are a variety of ethnic restaurants, and for every one of these, there... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Albuquerque is the only major city within several hundred miles and most of New Mexico relies on it for quality entertainment. The city offers activities that are as diverse as the cultures that populate the area. No matter what your tastes,... Continue reading »
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Tours
Standing at Sandia Peak, above Albuquerque, the splendor of New Mexico spreads before you in green, beige and magenta. This point above the city lets you see the area in much the same way as the people of the past saw the region. Mt. Taylor,... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There Air Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) +1 505 842 7030 http://www.cabq.gov/airport/ Airlines servicing this airport include: American Airlines (+1 800 433 7300/ http://www.aa.com/) Continental (+1 800 52... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Albuquerque State: New Mexico Country: United States of America Albuquerque By The Numbers: Population: 534,000 (city); 840,000 (metropolitan) Elevation: 5326 ft/1625 km Average Annual Rainfall: 8.5 in/22.5 cm Average Annual Snowfall: 1... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Albuquerque is the gateway to northern New Mexico, the portal through which most domestic and international visitors pass before traveling on to Santa Fe and Taos. But it's worth stopping in Albuquerque for a day or two in order to get a feel... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Arriving Albuquerque is the transportation hub for New Mexico, so getting in and out of town is easy. By Plane -- The Albuquerque International Sunport (tel. 505/842-4366; www. cabq.gov/airport) is in the south-central part of the city... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Area Code -- The telephone area code for all of New Mexico is 505, though at press time plans were rumbling to add new ones in the state. ATMs -- You can find ATMs (also known as cash pueblos) all over town, at supermarkets, banks, and dri... Continue reading »
Real traveler experience in Albuquerque
Top Albuquerque Deals
Popular Albuquerque Hotels
- Clubhouse Inn & Suites - Albuquerque
- Casas De Suenos Old Town B & B
- Hilton Albuquerque
- Marriott Albuquerque Pyramid
- The Hotel Blue
- MCM Elegante
- Albuquerque Airport Hilton Garden Inn
- Best Western Rio Grande Inn
- Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
- Hotel Alburquerque at Old Town
Popular Albuquerque Things to Do
- Sandia Peak Tramway
- Cliff's Amusement Park
- Rio Grande Zoological Park
- New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
- Cottonwood Mall
- Old Town
- Indian Pueblo Culture Center (The)
- Beach Zone
- Gathering of Nations
- Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (The)
